NFL Aggies Week 1 recap, stats and best photos of Texas A&M stars
Mike Evans scored in his 49ers debut, Edgerrin Cooper recorded a sack and several former Aggies made their NFL debuts. See the best photos.
The 2026 NFL season kicked off with Texas A&M players making an impact on the field. In the first week, veterans returning for another season, rookies experiencing regular-season action, and some players debuting with new teams. Among the notable performances, San Francisco 49ers receiver Mike Evans scored his first touchdown in his newest team's 27-7 victory over the Los Angeles Rams. Evans, who had spent 11 seasons with Tampa Bay, caught six passes for 49 yards and a touchdown.
Meanwhile, former Texas A&M star Myles Garrett made his Rams debut after being part of one of the offseason's biggest trades. Although Garrett's performance didn't meet expectations, it was still a memorable sight to see the former Aggie wearing a different uniform.
Defensive end Edgerrin Cooper made a strong impression for the Green Bay Packers, finishing the game with seven tackles, two for loss, and a sack. Cooper's talent continues to establish him as one of the NFL's rising young linebackers.
Week 1 also marked the beginning of careers for several other professional players. Cleveland's KC Concepcion made his regular-season debut, while Cashius Howell and Nate Boerkircher also experienced NFL action for the first time. Former Texas A&M players De'Von Achane and Von Miller returned for another season, giving Texas A&M fans familiar names to follow every week.
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