Texas A&M freshman 5-star CB praises new Texas A&M cornerbacks coach

Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko has promoted nickels coach Bryant Gross-Armiento to the position of cornerbacks coach for the 2026 season. The 32-year-old, known as "BGA," is part of a series of staff changes that include Holmon Wiggins as offensive coordinator and Lyle Hemphill as defensive coordinator. The Aggies aim to build on their successful 11-2 season and first College Football Playoff appearance.

Elijah Robinson returns as assistant head coach and defensive line coach following a brief period at Syracuse, and Travis Williams joins as the linebackers coach. Elko is also expected to bring in Stanford's Paul Williams, who has a track record of developing NFL defensive backs, to the coaching staff.

Gross-Armiento is noted for his recruitment skills, having played a key role in securing five-star freshman Brandon Arrington, who expressed high regard for the new cornerbacks coach. Gross-Armiento's promotion continues a long-standing collaboration with