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Texas A&M's Mario Craver Shines with Record-Setting Performance

9/16/2025

Summary

Mario Craver Shines

Texas A&M wide receiver Mario Craver earned AP Player of the Week honors after amassing 207 yards and an 86-yard touchdown against Notre Dame.
He leads the nation with 443 receiving yards and has recorded three consecutive 100-yard games, a first for A&M since 2012.
Craver's 207 yards rank seventh on A&M's all-time single-game list, making him the first Aggie with a 200-yard game since 2013.
His collaboration with transfer KC Concepcion has produced 670 combined receiving yards, echoing A&M's storied past.
The Aggies will next compete against Auburn, with high expectations for Craver and Concepcion.

Summary

Texas A&M Triumphs

Texas A&M defeated Notre Dame 41-40, achieving their first ranked road win since 2014, a notable success for head coach Mike Elko.
Quarterback Marcel Reed passed for 360 yards and two touchdowns, while wide receiver Mario Craver recorded 207 receiving yards, including a 72-yard touchdown.
Tight end Nate Boerkircher scored the game-winning touchdown on a fourth-and-goal play.
The Aggies rose to No. 10 in the US LBM Coaches Poll and AP Top 25.
Texas A&M's defense allowed over 400 yards, leading Elko to emphasize improvements during the bye week before hosting Auburn in Week 5.

History

Historical Context

Texas A&M joined the Southeastern Conference (SEC) in 2012, enhancing its football competitiveness. Under head coach Mike Elko, the Aggies achieved their first ranked road win in nearly a decade during the 2014 season. This resurgence echoes the legacy of Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel, positioning Texas A&M as a strong contender in the SEC and impacting future recruiting efforts.

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Mario Craver Shines

Texas A&M wide receiver Mario Craver earned AP Player of the Week honors after amassing 207 yards and an 86-yard touchdown against Notre Dame.
He leads the nation with 443 receiving yards and has recorded three consecutive 100-yard games, a first for A&M since 2012.
Craver's 207 yards rank seventh on A&M's all-time single-game list, making him the first Aggie with a 200-yard game since 2013.
His collaboration with transfer KC Concepcion has produced 670 combined receiving yards, echoing A&M's storied past.
The Aggies will next compete against Auburn, with high expectations for Craver and Concepcion.

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