SEC EDGE: Missouri Tigers vs Texas A&M—Who Will EXPLOIT Weaknesses After Major Roster Changes?

Missouri Tigers and Texas A&M Aggies enter 2026 as SEC dark horses with College Football Playoff hopes. Can Austin Simmons revive Missouri’s passing attack after transferring from Ole Miss, or will Texas A&M’s revamped roster and Mike Elko’s tenacious defense give them the edge? Ahmad Hardy’s comeback from injury, Reuben Owens’ explosiveness, and the challenge of integrating new starters on both teams set the stage for a high-stakes SEC showdown in Columbia. Matt Galatzan and John Miller break down key roster moves, potential game-changers like Isaiah Horton and Darris Smith, and positional battles that could swing the outcome. The hosts debate offensive firepower, defensive question marks, and bold predictions—including whether star linebackers and running backs will return in time to shape the outcome. With SEC scheduling quirks and rebuilt offensive lines, will Missouri’s run game or Texas A&M’s pass rush prove decisive? Don’t miss this expert preview of a pivotal SEC clash. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.