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Texas A&M falls 31-20 to Alabama after struggles in second half

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Published October 24, 2026 6:48 PM CDT
Published October 24, 2026 6:48 PM CDT
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TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA - OCTOBER 24: Mario Craver #1 of the Texas A&M Aggies is tackled from behind by Luke Metz #4 of the Alabama Crimson Tide during the first quarter at Bryant-Denny Stadium on October 24, 2026 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.  (Photo by J

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The Brief

    • Alabama defeated Texas A&M 31-20 after trailing in the fourth quarter, sealed by two Alabama touchdowns.
    • Alabama QB Keelon Russell threw for 311 yards and three TDs, while three costly Texas A&M turnovers doomed the Aggies.
    • Both teams enter a bye week, with Texas A&M (4-4) next playing South Carolina and Alabama facing LSU on Nov. 7.

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Texas A&M fell to Alabama 31-20 in Tuscaloosa on Saturday afternoon. 

What we know:

The two teams were tied at halftime. Texas A&M was up 20-17 to start the fourth. However, Alabama sealed the deal with two touchdowns in the fourth quarter. 

Dig deeper:

Alabama quarterback Keelon Russel had multiple explosive plays, throwing for 311 yards and three touchdowns. His main target was wide receiver Rico Scott, who racked up 156 yards on six receptions. 

Quarterback Marcel Reed accounted for both of the Aggies' touchdowns, one rushing and one passing to Mario Craver. 

Texas A&M gained 115 rushing yards overall, but their three turnovers proved costly. 

What's next:

The Aggies have now lost four games this season, bringing their overall record to 4-4. 

Both teams will have a week off before facing their next opponents. Texas A&M plays South Carolina on Nov. 7 and Alabama plays LSU. 

The Source: The information in this article was sourced from ESPN and live game stats. 

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