Aaron Raley

Aaron Raley

Joined: Oct 2, 2024

Aaron Raley is a credentialed writer covering the Texas A&M Aggies for On SI, joining the team on May 27, 2024. Born and raised in Northeast Texas, Aaron earned a degree from Texas A&M University in journalism, with minors in history and sports management. Aaron’s writing abilities are driven by his love and passion for various sports, both at the collegiate and professional levels, as well as his experience in playing sports, especially baseball and football.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian looks on in the first half against the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Nov 28, 2025; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning keeps the ball for yardage during the first half against the Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

Texas Longhorns wide receiver Ryan Wingo (1) celebrates scoring a touchdown in the second half against the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning keeps the ball and runs for a touchdown during the second half against the Texas A&M Aggies

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian pauses during the second half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium.

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The Texas Longhorns lost one of their offensive recruits shortly before their regular season finale with the Texas A&M Aggies.

Nov 30, 2024; College Station, Texas, USA; XXX The Longhorns defeated the Aggies 17-7. at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

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The 120th Lone Star Showdown is set to take place Friday night in Austin.

Nov 15, 2025; Athens, Georgia, USA; Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian looks on prior to a game against the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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College football is typically reserved for Saturdays, but the Texas Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies will likely be playing in the Lone Star Showdown on Fridays for the near future, and Steve Sarkisian seems to be fine with it.

Nov 22, 2025; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) warms up before a game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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As Arch Manning and the Texas Longhorns head into the final game of Manning's first full season as quarterback, here is how his stats from the 2025 season match up to one of the greatest college football quarterbacks of all time.

Nov 22, 2025; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) keeps the ball and runs for a touchdown during the second half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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Many still believing that their playoff hopes are alive as they host the Texas A&M Aggies, the Texas Longhorns

Nov 15, 2025; Athens, Georgia, USA; Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian gestures after a game against the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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Despite being committed to another SEC school, this 5-star recruit is still planning to scope out the Texas Longhorns.

Nov 15, 2025; Athens, Georgia, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning (16) looks to make a pass in the second half against the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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Ever since being called college football's first flop, Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning has been playing as expected in the 2025 season.

Nov 15, 2025; Athens, Georgia, USA; Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian looks on in the first half against the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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With the Texas Longhorns currently sitting at 7-3, their comparison to another three-loss team from last year does not do them any favors as the College Football Playoff selection sits less than a month away.

Nov 15, 2025; Athens, Georgia, USA; Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian gestures after a game against the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian had nothing but positive remarks about one specific defensive lineman for his performance against the Georgia Bulldogs.

Nov 15, 2025; Athens, Georgia, USA; Georgia Bulldogs running back Nate Frazier (3) attempts to elude a tackle in the second half against the Texas Longhorns at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Saturday night in Athens did not help the Texas Longhorns' playoff chances. See how it affected their weekly rank.

Oct 25, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian looks on during warm ups prior to the game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

It’s been a long first 30 minutes for the Texas Longhorns.

Feb 2, 2025; Orlando, FL, USA; NFC coach Eli Manning reacts after the 2025 Pro Bowl Games at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

What does the two-time Super Bowl champion think of his nephew and the Texas Longhorns at this point in the 2025 season?