Texas A&M suffered another disappointing SEC road loss Saturday, falling 31-20 to No. 13 Alabama at Bryant-Denny Stadium despite carrying a three-point lead into the fourth quarter.
The Aggies entered the final period leading 20-17 but were outscored 14-0, dropping to 4-4 overall and 1-4 in SEC play. Unlike their previous matchup against The Citadel, Texas A&M relied heavily on its starters, with limited opportunities for reserves.
Marcel Reed played all 67 offensive snaps despite throwing two early interceptions. Backup quarterback Brady Hart warmed up during the game but never entered. The offensive line also saw significant playing time, with four starters remaining on the field throughout the contest.
Defensively, Texas A&M held Alabama to
68 rushing yards but struggled against the passing attack. The Aggies rotated several defensive linemen and linebackers while relying heavily on their starting secondary.
Here is a closer look at how Texas A&M distributed its playing time against Alabama.
Texas A&M offensive snap-count leaders
The highest snap count at each offensive position, according to Pro Football Focus.
Reed played every offensive snap despite the coaching staff considering a quarterback change. He finished with 163 passing yards, one touchdown and two interceptions while adding a rushing touchdown.
Horton and Craver led the receiving corps with 53 snaps apiece, followed by TK Norman with 48 and Aaron Gregory with 26. Craver returned to action and led the Aggies with six receptions for 45 yards and a touchdown.
Edwards and Morrow split the lead among running backs with 29 snaps each. Rueben Owens II played 10 snaps, while Edwards led the team with 43 rushing yards.
The offensive line remained relatively consistent. Adams, Nabou, Formby and Rogers each played all 67 snaps. Trovon Baugh logged 41 snaps, while Sam Roseborough played 26.
Texas A&M defensive snap-count leaders
The highest snap count at each defensive position, according to Pro Football Focus
Marco Jones led the defensive line with 50 snaps, followed by T.J. Searcy with 46 and DJ Hicks with 43. Brandon Davis-Swain played 29 snaps, while CJ Mims added 22, Sam M'Pemba received 20 and Landon Rink logged 19. Bryce Perry-Wright contributed 15 snaps, while Anto Saka played seven.
Noah Mikhail led the linebackers with 55 snaps, followed by Daymion Sanford with 50 and Ray Coney with 35. Sanford's workload was particularly notable after missing the previous game.
Julio Humphrey led the entire defense with 61 snaps, followed by Dezz Ricks with 56. Dalton Brooks played 50 snaps, while Marcus Ratcliffe logged 32 and Tawfiq Byard added 25. Jordan Shaw played 24 snaps, and Bravion Rogers received 14.
The heavy workload across the secondary reflected Alabama's success through the air, as the Crimson Tide finished with 311 passing yards.
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