Noah Ruiz

Joined: Aug 8, 2025

Noah Ruiz is a journalist for Texas A&M Aggies on SI from New Braunfels, Texas. He is a senior sport management major with minors in business and Spanish at Texas A&M, where his lifelong passion for A&M football has been taken to new heights. He is also a writer for A&M’s student newspaper, The Battalion, where he has experience covering football, baseball, men’s and women’s basketball and soccer.

Oct 11, 2025; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies cornerback Will Lee III (4) defends in coverage during the second half against the Florida Gators at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Basketball

The first full offseason for head coach Bucky McMillan has had its returners and departures from the Texas A&M Aggies, but a huge loss was just suffered via the transfer portal.

Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Texas A&M defensive lineman Cashius Howell (DL41) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Football

The defensive side of the ball has blossomed for the Texas A&M Aggies under head coach Mike Elko, and Cashius Howell may be the next great one.

Jan 4, 2025; College Station, Texas, USA; A detailed view of the Lone Star Showdown trophy prior to the game between the Texas A&M Aggies and the Texas Longhorns at Reed Arena. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

News

From Gavin Grahovac's big weekend to PJ Haggerty's commitment, the Texas A&M Aggies had a week to remind despite muggy conditions.

Texas A&M defensive lineman Cashius Howell during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Football

Head coach Mike Elko has done wonders in a short time with the Texas A&M Aggies, highlighted by a stack draft class with stars like Cashius Howell and KC Concepcion.

Oct 18, 2025; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies head coach Mike Elko prior to the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

Football

The Texas A&M Aggies are slated for a slam-dunk impact in the 2026 NFL Draft class, it all starts with head coach Mike Elko's leadership.

Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Texas A&M defensive lineman Albert Regis (DL26) runs the 40-yard dash during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Football

The Texas A&M Aggies are on pace to have one of the best NFL Draft campaigns in school history, thanks to head coach Mike Elko's leadership.

Jun 24, 2024; Omaha, NE, USA; Texas A&M Aggies third baseman Gavin Grahovac (9) drives in a run with a sacrifice fly against the Tennessee Volunteers during the third inning at Charles Schwab Field Omaha. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Baseball

The Texas A&M Aggies are swinging things around in their second year under head coach Michael Earley, but an old rival looms in the start of a daunting SEC schedule

Jun 15, 2024; Omaha, NE, USA; Texas A&M Aggies left fielder Caden Sorrell (13) scores against the Texas A&M Aggies during the second inning at Charles Schwab Field Omaha. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Baseball

The legend of Caden Sorrell is growing in Texas A&M Aggies' lore, and a spot in the NCAA Tournament may be on its way on his bat alone.

Nov 22, 2025; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies head coach Mike Elko walks off the field after defeating the Samford Bulldogs 48-0 in a game at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Buvid-Imagn Images

Football

Head coach Mike Elko, with the help of defensive lineman Zyron Forstall, has now built one of the best future rosters with the Texas A&M Aggies.

Mar 19, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Texas A&M Aggies coach Bucky McMillan during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Basketball

Head coach Bucky McMillan has led the Texas A&M Aggies to the NCAA Tournament in his lone season in College Station, but is it the correct move for the future?

Dec 20, 2025; College Station, TX, USA; Miami Hurricanes wide receiver Malachi Toney (10) returns a punt and is tackled by Texas A&M Aggies linebacker Daymion Sanford (27) during first half of the first round game of the CFP National Playoff at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Football

In Year 3 under head coach Mike Elko, the Texas A&M Aggies will have a whole new look on defense with defensive coordinator Lyle Hemphill, and the battles will as physical as Elko's style of play.

Texas A&M Aggies head coach Bucky McMillan speaks to the media during a press conference ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center.

Basketball

The Texas A&M Aggies defied expectations in the first year under head coach Bucky McMillan with their fourth straight NCAA Tournament appearance, so what is next for Bucky Ball with a full offseason?

Noah Ruiz

Joined: Aug 8, 2025

Texas A&M Cornerback Depth Chart After Will Lee III Drafted in Fourth Round

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Basketball

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Football

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News

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Football

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Football

How Texas A&M Developed Its 2026 NFL Draft Class

Football

What NFL Scouts Are Saying About Texas A&M's Top Prospects

Baseball

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Baseball

Caden Sorrell is On Pace To Break These Legendary Texas A&M Baseball Records

Where Texas A&M Sits in the 2027 Recruiting Rankings After Zyron Forstall Commitment

Is Bucky McMillan's Extension The Right Call?

3 Position Battles to Watch For Texas A&M Football on Defense This Spring

What a Full Offseason Could Bring to Texas A&M Basketball