Everything three Texas A&M players said at 2026 SEC Media Days

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Texas A&M reached the next tier as a football program last season, but the Aggies have much larger goals in mind for 2026.

Those aspirations include clearing the dust off the trophy case and adding the hardware that has alluded the program since 1939. Winning the national championship was a common theme when Texas A&M's representatives, quarterback Marcel Reed, safety Marcus Ratcliffe and linebacker Daymion Sanford were asked about their goals for this season at SEC Media Days.

Despite a disappointing finish to the Aggies' first CFP appearance, they still achieved their first 11-0 start since 1992 and dropped just one regular-season contest. To get to the next level, it will take experienced leaders like the three Texas A&M players who appeared in front of the media in Tampa, all of whom bring talent, football intelligence and grit to the gridiron for the Maroon and White.

With the No. 4 transfer portal haul, No. 7 recruiting class and a slew of returning veterans hungry for more, head coach Mike Elko could be leading the Aggies to more historic heights this year.

Here is everything Reed, Sanford and Ratcliffe said during Texas A&M's press conference and preview of the upcoming season at the 2026 SEC Media Days on Wednesday:

Reed on his relationship with Elko

Reed believes he is one of the best quarterbacks in the country

Reed discusses his goals for his junior campaign

Reed talks about sharing a moment with Lionel Messi

Reed discusses what it will take for the Aggies to reach the next level on the national stage

Reed on why he never considered leaving Texas A&M

With the electric weapons Texas A&M has in 2026, Reed doesn't see a roadblock or speed bump in the Aggies' offense

Reed discusses his family's football legacy and how that led to him arriving in College Station

Reed on the importance of the Lone Star Showdown and what it means to have the rivalry back in full swing

Reed says he is learning from his mistakes and continuing to develop as a quarterback

Reed evaluates his performance for the Aggies in 2025-26

Ratcliffe has a hilarious question for Reed on which fit was the best

Ratcliffe discusses how rewarding it's been to transfer to Texas A&M and play for Elko

Ratcliffe explains what Texas A&M's secondary brings to the table this season

Ratcliffe discusses playing for defensive coordinator Lyle Hemphill

Ratcliffe tells how he fell in love with Texas A&M

Ratcliffe praises Sanford's leadership and abilities on the gridiron

Ratcliffe on what the secondary emphasized this offseason

Ratcliffe discusses Elko's coaching style and what it's like to play in his defensive scheme

Sanford on what's driving Texas A&M to succeed for the 12th Man this season

Sanford on being voted a team captain for 2026

Sanford gives an insight into his recovery and timeline

Sanford on what his thoughts were after suffering the injury during the Maroon & White game

Sanford comments on the electric environment at Kyle Field

Sanford describes what the culture is like in College Station

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