Texas A&M’s 2024 season is just a mere weeks away. On Monday afternoon, the Aggies entered the second week of fall practice after completing the fifth practice of the preseason, continuing to make strides on both sides of the ball.
Every week, I can speak for all of us who cover the program, saying that every practice is another opportunity to look for any improvement along the offensive line combined with observing the wide receiver rotation, led by several new and intriguing options.
On Tuesday, head coach Mike Elko, alongside offensive coordinator Collin Klein and defensive coordinator Jay Bateman, spoke to the local media to provide several progress-based updates.
Klein’s comments regarding the running game, wide receiver room, and his thoughts on helmet communication making its way to college football were matched by Bateman’s excitement relating to the linebacker, defensive line, and secondary steadily improving over the summer.
Here is what both assistant coaches had to say on Tuesday afternoon.
Jay Bateman on new DB coach Jordan Peterson’s effective coaching amid the “heated” secondary competition
Kansas defensive back coach Jordan Peterson, left, talks with defensive coordinator Brian Borland, right, at the start of Tuesday’s outdoor practice.
“It’s really cool. Jordan (Peterson) is doing a good job with the corners.”
“It’s a really competitive room. I don’t think there is anyone who thinks, ‘There are the two starters right now.’ I think they will all play.”
Bateman on former Bowling Green star pass rusher Cashius Howell’s potential impact
Maria Lysaker-USA TODAY Sports
“Cashius (Howell) is going to play a ton. On the D-line, you rotate the most. He is a unique and good player.”
“The 12th Man is going to be really happy with him.”
Jay Bateman on DE Shemar Stewart’s potential breakout season
Click Here to Read the Full Original Article at Football | Aggies Wire…