Texas A&M Football Misses Out on Two Lineman One Day After Major Success

Drew Evers, a four-star offensive tackle from Flower Mound, Tex., announced his verbal commitment to SMU. The class of 2026 student-athlete is No. 208 overall and listed as the No. 14 interior offensive lineman despite being recruited as a tackle. He's also ranked No. 27 out of Texas.

"214 . . . I'm staying home. Let's work #PonyUp," he wrote, according to On3's Hayes Fawcett.

Another offensive tackle, Aaron Thomas, also veered away from the Aggies and decided that Ohio State would be his NCAA home. Thomas is a three-star recruit from Phoenix, Ariz. and is ranked No. 439 overall. He's also the No. 36 overall tackle and No. 5 athlete from his state.

Greg Biggins wrote in his scouting report:

"He’s a fluid mover, a natural athlete and looks to have all the physical traits to play offensive tackle at the college level. He’s a reactionary athlete with good feet and balance. He’s still raw in some areas, plays high at times and doesn’t always use his length but we like the natural aggressiveness and finishing ability he flashes."

Thomas was originally favored unanimously to choose the Aggies, but the Buckeyes were always their biggest competition. At some point, Florida State was a top consideration as well given his father was an offensive lineman for the Seminoles.

The two recruits opting to take their talents elsewhere isn't heartbreaking for Texas A&M, though. After landing Krempin and Morcho, Elko's in a decent spot going further as recruits roll out their commitments.