Oh, Aggies. Oh, Coach Gonzales. Here we are again. Another “big test” and another epic flop. Texas A&M’s 35-10 drubbing at the hands of #10 LSU wasn’t just a loss—it was a masterclass in dysfunction. Let’s not mince words: this was an embarrassing performance from a team that seems determined to redefine mediocrity each week.
“Quicksand and Convoys”
Let’s start with the so-called Aggie defense, which might as well have stayed in College Station for all the good they did in Baton Rouge. Caden Durham of LSU looked less like a running back and more like a demigod, racking up 189 rushing yards and 4 total touchdowns. Durham didn’t just torch the Aggies—he turned their entire defense into a highlight reel.
The Aggies missed tackles, couldn’t get off blocks, and watched helplessly as Durham cruised through their front seven like it was a leisurely Sunday jog. On one play, he took off for 84 yards; on another, he turned a screen pass into a 65-yard touchdown. And let’s not forget the 88-yard punt return touchdown that sealed the deal and sent the Aggies limping back to the sideline.
Coach Gonzales called it “matador defense.” I’d say that’s generous—it was more like invisible defense.
“Clock Control, but to What End?”
The Aggies’ offense had its moments. They controlled the ball for 19 minutes, converted 19 first downs, and ran for 111 yards. Rueben Owens did his part, with 135 rushing yards and a touchdown. But all of that clock control means nothing when Conner Weigman is out there treating the football like a hot potato.
Weigman threw two interceptions and lost a fumble, single-handedly derailing any momentum the Aggies tried to muster. He’s now averaging over a turnover per game, and it’s becoming painfully clear that Gonzales’ faith in him is misguided at best and reckless at worst. At this point, Aggie fans must be wondering why Gonzales is so committed to a quarterback who seems allergic to ball security.
“Unacceptable Football”
Coach Gonzales didn’t hold back in his postgame tirade, calling the performance “unacceptable” and expressing disgust at the defense, offense, and special teams. For once, I agree with him. But here’s the thing: Gonzales has no one to blame but himself. This is his team, his system, his players. At some point, the excuses need to stop, and the results need to change.
When asked about a potential quarterback change, Gonzales’ expletive-laden response was a rare moment of honesty: “Well, we obviously gotta do [expletive] something, cause this is unacceptable football.” Truer words have never been spoken.
A Familiar Story
If this all feels familiar, that’s because it is. We saw the same story play out during Gonzales’ tenure at Cal. An offense that can’t execute, a defense that gets shredded in big games, and a coach who seems increasingly out of his depth. The Aggies are 6-3 now, but let’s be real—this doesn’t feel like a team on the rise. It feels like a team on the verge of collapse.
Debbie’s Final Word:
This game wasn’t just a loss; it was an indictment of the entire program. The Aggies were outcoached, outplayed, and outclassed. And as much as I’d love to say there’s hope on the horizon, I just don’t see it.
Next up? #3 South Carolina. If the Aggies don’t figure things out fast, they’re in for another humiliating afternoon. Gonzales better buckle up, because this season is teetering on the edge of disaster.
Debbie Downer, NDL Media and Associated Press Beat Writer
LSU took on the Texas A&M Aggies this past Saturday night in Baton Rouge and continued their dominant win streak. The Aggies showed up with a respectable 6-2 record and were looking to keep their hopes alive in SEC conference play, but quickly found out what Death Valley can do to a team. Star RB Caden Durham jumped on the Aggies early with 2 TDs in the 1st Quarter, one on a 25 yd run and one through a 65 yd screen pass. He was the star of the show all day ending with 254 yds of total offense and 4 total TDs. The Fightin Tiger defense continued their dominance with a bend-don't-break style holding the Aggies to only 10 points despite their 19:33 T.O.P. They forced 2 INTs and 1 fumble which proved to be crucial in giving the offense plenty of opportunities. Once again week after week the LB firm of Penn and Perk controlled the middle of the field as they combined for 22 total tackles and 3 TFLs. To top it all off, NCAA return leader Zavion Thomas had a 88 yd punt return for a TD to continue his streak of return TDs.
35-10 Final. Geaux Tigers.
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