{
  "id": 15284742,
  "title": "Texas A&M football HC, players' quotes after shutout win of The Citadel",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/17/texas-a-m-football-hc-players-quotes-after-shutout-win-of-the-citadel",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-17T21:37:16.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/texas-m-football-hc-players-213716777.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On Saturday, Texas A&M football achieved victory after securing its second shutout of the 2026 season with a 41-0 win over The Citadel. The shutout marked the first time since 1993 that A&M recorded two shutouts in a single season. Freshman KJ Edwards rushed for 116 yards on 13 carries, while sophomore Jamarion Morrow added 54 yards on eight carries and three touchdowns. Freshman wideout Aaron Gregory and sophomore TK Norman combined for 182 receiving yards and two touchdowns.\n\nHead coach Elko praised his team's performance, highlighting their offensive efficiency and defensive execution. He expressed optimism about the progress of injured teammates, particularly Ashton Bethel-Roman, who was receiving rest and recovery time. Elko emphasized the importance of getting players rested and highlighted the contributions of rising stars TK Norman and Aaron Gregory.\n\nSophomore defensive end Sam M Pemba underscored the team's mental focus and preparation leading up to the shutout. He stressed that the team's success was a result of their dedication to the process and preparation. Pemba also emphasized the significance of the shutout win and the need for the team to continue building on their performance in the upcoming weeks.",
  "summary": "Texas A&M football moved to 4-3 in 2026 with a 41-0 win over The Citadel. Here's quotes from Mike Elko and two players after the win.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Colin Simmons injury update: Texas football star pass rusher leaves game",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/17/colin-simmons-injury-update-texas-football-star-pass-rusher-leaves",
        "published": "2026-10-17T18:46:49.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}