Texas A&M senior LB named to the Butkus Award Watch List
Texas A&M transfer LB Ray Coney was named to the Butkus Award Watch List ahead of his first season with the Aggies.
Texas A&M's 2026 linebacker lineup now includes Tulsa transfer Ray Coney, who has been recognized with the Butkus Award Watch List nomination. Coney, who recorded more than 120 tackles in his debut season, joins senior linebacker Daymion Sanford and rising sophomore Noah Mikhail. Defensively, Coney stands out with his football IQ, physicality, and athleticism, particularly as a run defender.
The 6'2", 240-pound Coney also excels in pressuring the quarterback, providing valuable opportunities for the Aggies' defense. While freshman Sanford is expected to play in the team's season opener against Missouri State, Coney's impressive performance, including a Pro Football Focus rating of 87.6 overall and 86.9 as a run defender, makes him a strong contender for the prestigious Butkus Award.
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