Gainesville, FL
Sep 14, 2024
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In a game that may have cemented Texas A&M's turnaround under new head coach Mike Elko and spelled the end for Florida's Billy Napier, the Aggies dominated the Gators 33-20 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Redshirt freshman quarterback Marcel Reed, making his first collegiate start, accounted for three touchdowns and 261 yards of total offense. Reed's poised performance helped Texas A&M snap a 10-game road losing streak as they amassed 488 yards overall and held Florida to 52 yards rushing with a defense that stifled Gator opportunities.
Florida managed to mount a scoring response in the second half, led by quarterback Graham Mertz, but their effort was undermined by critical mistakes and a relentless Aggies defense. Notable contributions came from A&M's special teams and secondary, including a pivotal interception return for a touchdown by Bryce Anderson. Despite boasting a dual-quarterback system, the Gators were hampered by penalties and turnovers, struggling to catch up with a well-oiled Texas A&M offense.
Randy Bond (Texas A&M Aggies)
Kicked a 31-yard field goal to cap off a 14-play, 62-yard drive, establishing the first points of the game and setting the tone for Texas A&M's commanding offensive performance.
Marcel Reed (Texas A&M Aggies)
Connected with Theo Melin Öhrström on a 29-yard touchdown pass, effectively extending Texas A&M's lead. The play, resulting from a 92-yard drive, showcased Reed's composure and accuracy.
Randy Bond (Texas A&M Aggies)
Scored a 48-yard field goal, increasing Texas A&M's lead to 13-0 and demonstrating his reliability under pressure.
Marcel Reed (Texas A&M Aggies)
Capped off a 99-yard drive with a 1-yard rushing touchdown, pushing the Aggies' lead to 20-0 before halftime. This score underscored their dominance in controlling the game's tempo and clock.
Graham Mertz (Florida Gators)
Threw a 14-yard touchdown pass to Elijhah Badger, recording Florida's first points of the game and sparking hopes of a second-half comeback.
Marcel Reed (Texas A&M Aggies)
Found Cyrus Allen for a 73-yard touchdown pass just two plays after Florida's score, re-establishing a significant lead and showcasing Reed's big-play ability.
Bryce Anderson (Texas A&M Aggies)
Intercepted a pass from Graham Mertz and returned it 45 yards for a touchdown. This play halted Florida's momentum and steered the game firmly in Texas A&M's favor.
DJ Lagway (Florida Gators)
Threw a 7-yard touchdown pass to Chimere Dike, reducing Texas A&M's lead and showcasing his poise under pressure as a freshman.
Ja'Kobi Jackson (Florida Gators)
Scored on a 2-yard rush, bringing Florida closer to Texas A&M. The touchdown capped off a 78-yard drive led by Graham Mertz.
Marcel Reed (Texas A&M Aggies, QB)
In his first collegiate start, the redshirt freshman showcased poise under pressure and led the Aggies with 178 passing yards, 83 rushing yards, and three touchdowns, ensuring a commanding win on the road.
Randy Bond (Texas A&M Aggies, K)
Displayed clutch kicking skills with successful field goals from 31 and 48 yards, adding reliable points early on and extending Texas A&M's control of the game.
Bryce Anderson (Texas A&M Aggies, DB)
Made a game-defining defensive play by intercepting a Graham Mertz pass and returning it 45 yards for a touchdown, cementing Texas A&M's dominance in the second half.
Cyrus Allen (Texas A&M Aggies, WR)
Delivered a crucial performance with three receptions for 81 yards, including a 73-yard touchdown that dashed Florida's comeback efforts and showcased his explosive playmaking ability.
Elijhah Badger (Florida Gators, WR)
Provided a bright spot for the Gators with 5 receptions for 94 yards and a touchdown, helping rally Florida's offense despite their overall struggles.
Le'Veon Moss (Texas A&M Aggies, RB)
Dominated on the ground with 110 rushing yards on 18 carries, consistently moving the chains and maintaining offensive momentum for Texas A&M.
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Texas A&M Aggies
10
10
13
0
33
Florida Gators
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14
6
20
