Aggies got a boost with a new QB and a healthier offensive line but questions remain
Texas A&M quarterback Max Johnson looks for a receiver during the first quarter of the team's NCAA college football game against Miami on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, in College Station, Texas.COLLEGE STATION — Texas A&M quarterback Max Johnson, a transfer from LSU, summed up his first start for the Aggies in two get-to-the-point words: “Freaking awesome.”
For a third consecutive week the Aggies offense was far from awesome, much less freaking awesome, but it was somewhat better, and this time against their first Power Five opponent. Let’s start there in our takeawaysFor really the first time this season, the Aggies possessed it on offense. Even against Sam Houston when they scored 31 points, they seemed to lack bounce on that side of the ball.
Johnson’s enthusiasm played a role, as he bounced around the field and continuously encouraged his teammates while playing a very vocal role against Miami , which isn’t one of his predecessor Haynes King’s strengths. There are still big issues on offense, however, starting with …Center Bryce Foster returned to action after missing the first two games and a good chunk of camp for undisclosed reasons.
The line also had trouble creating running room for running back Devon Achane , but he still squeezed out a game-high 88 yards on 18 carries. Foster’s addition allowed Matthew Wykoff to shift back out to guard, where the Aggies have needed big-time help in the first quarter of the 12-game season.And that starts with the offensive line.
If Fisher starts Johnson from the start, the Aggies likely would be 3-0 heading into Southeastern Conference play. Instead, they’re going to have to climb back up the polls after falling from No. 6 a week ago on the heels of the stunning home setback to the Mountaineers.Off the field.
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