Watch Texas A&M freshman kicker show off his elite leg

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Texas A&M’s kicking situation heading into the 2026 offseason was a major question mark after last season’s struggles, as senior kicker Randy Bond, once highly dependable, couldn’t keep his starting job after missing several early kicks, finishing 12-19 on field goals, including 5-8 from 40-49 yards, and 0-3 from 50-plus.

Backup kicker and kickoff specialist Jared Zirkel wasn’t any better, as the Kerrville, Texas native finished 4-7 on field goals, while missing a short field goal against Miami in the College Football Playoff. For most college football teams, the kicker is the last position on the priority list once the transfer portal opens, but given the position’s importance in close games, coach Mike Elko was desperate for a reliable leg.

After it was revealed that veteran Illinois kicker David Olano would enter the portal, Elko and special teams coach Patrick Dougherty jumped on the opportunity to land the Big Ten standout, who, combined with hitting the game-winning field goal over Tennessee in the Music City Bowl, hit 87% of his field goals, 100% of his extra points, and finishied 7-8 on 30-39 and 40-49-yard field goals last season.

After committing and signing with the Aggies, Olano will contend with incoming freshman kicker Asher Murray, who, by recruiting standards, was considered a five-star at his position due to his elite leg strength, which he showed off during an offseason training video. What looks like a 50-plus-yard field goal, Murray nails his attempts through the uprights.

Texas A&M is finally in good hands at kicker for the first time under Mike Elko, which has become an underrated storyline that should pay off next season and give the offense an edge. Even if Olano serves as the starter, Murray could be used in 50-plus-yard attempts.

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