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A&M Dominates Arkansas 34-7 at Kyle Field

Texas A&M improved to 3-2 with a decisive 34-7 victory over visiting Arkansas, who fell to 2-3, behind strong defensive pressure and efficient scoring drives.

Cody Ferris

October 4, 20262 min read

Kyle Field Victory - illustration, Jake Team LLC
NCAA FootballFinal
Arkansas Razorbacks7
Texas A&M Aggies34

October 3, 2026

First Half Dominance

The Texas A&M Aggies established control early at Kyle Field, building an insurmountable lead through the first half against the Arkansas Razorbacks. The game began with Arkansas striking first, as Carsyn Baker punched in from two yards out to take a 7-0 advantage.

However, the momentum shifted rapidly when KJ Edwards answered with a 20-yard rushing touchdown, putting A&M ahead 14-7 just before the midway point of the first period.

Chris Marshall attempted to rally the Razorbacks back into contention, connecting with quarterback KJ Jackson on a 26-yard pass to trim the deficit to 14-7. But Texas A&M’s offense refused to let Arkansas gain traction. Marcel Reed added another rushing score from one yard out in the second quarter, extending the lead to 21-7.

David Olano capped the first half with a 57-yard field goal, pushing the halftime margin to 24-7.

Third Quarter Expansion

The Aggies continued their offensive rhythm in the third quarter, further distancing themselves from the visiting team. KJ Edwards found the end zone again, this time on a three-yard run, making the score 31-7. This performance highlighted Edwards’ dual-threat capability, contributing significantly to the ground game alongside his receiving stats.

Arkansas struggled to generate consistent offensive drives throughout the contest. Quarterback KJ Jackson completed 13 of 25 passes for 111 yards and one touchdown but also threw an interception, underscoring the difficulties Arkansas faced against the Aggies' defense. Running back Sutton Smith managed 41 yards on six carries, while wide receiver Chris Marshall led all receivers with seven catches for 76 yards.

Closing Out the Game

Texas A&M secured the victory in the fourth quarter with a 50-yard field goal by David Olano, finalizing the score at 34-7. The Aggies’ defense held firm, preventing any further scoring opportunities from Arkansas. Marcel Reed’s efficient passing performance, completing 13 of 19 attempts for 170 yards, provided steady support for the running attack.

Kiotti Armstrong contributed a key five-yard reception, adding to the overall offensive output. The win improves Texas A&M’s record to 3-2, while Arkansas drops to 2-3 in the standings. The final attendance at Kyle Field was recorded at 108,657 spectators on Saturday, October 3, 2026.

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Cody Ferris

Cody Ferris covers Van Alstyne Panthers athletics and area high school and college sports.

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