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A&M's Edwards Powers 34-7 Victory Over Arkansas at Kyle Field

KJ Edwards' second touchdown run in the third quarter extended the lead, sealing a 34-7 win for Texas A&M over Arkansas on Saturday at Kyle Field.

Tessa Esparza

October 5, 20262 min read

Kyle Field Victory - illustration, Jake Team LLC
NCAA FootballFinal
Arkansas Razorbacks7
Texas A&M Aggies34

October 3, 2026

Third-Quarter Breakaway

The decisive moment for the Texas A&M Aggies arrived early in the third quarter when KJ Edwards broke free for a three-yard touchdown run. That score, followed by a successful kick, pushed the home team ahead 31-7 and effectively ended the contest.

The Aggies, playing at home in College Station, dominated the final two quarters, adding three more points in the fourth to secure a comfortable 34-7 victory over the visiting Arkansas Razorbacks. The game was played on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Kyle Field, where 108,657 spectators witnessed the Aggies' defensive and offensive consistency.

First-Half Dominance

Texas A&M established control from the opening drive. The Aggies struck first with a two-yard run by Carsyn Baker, setting the tone for the day. Arkansas responded with a 26-yard pass from KJ Jackson to Chris Marshall, but the Razorbacks never regained the lead.

The Aggies continued to apply pressure, scoring 14 points in the first quarter and another 10 in the second. By halftime, the score stood at 24-7 in favor of the home team. The Razorbacks' offense stalled completely in the second half, managing only a single field goal in the fourth quarter, while Texas A&M controlled the clock and tempo.

Statistical Performance

The Aggies' ground game was the centerpiece of the victory. KJ Edwards was the engine of the offense, rushing for 66 yards on 11 carries and scoring two touchdowns. Marcel Reed provided stability under center, completing 13 of 19 passes for 170 yards.

Kiotti Armstrong contributed on the perimeter with a 54-yard reception. On the other side of the ball, Arkansas quarterback KJ Jackson completed 13 of 25 passes for 111 yards, throwing one touchdown and one interception. Sutton Smith led the Razorbacks on the ground with 41 yards on six carries, while Chris Marshall hauled in seven passes for 76 yards, including the team's only touchdown.

Final Standings

The win improves the Texas A&M Aggies' record to 3-2 on the season. The Arkansas Razorbacks drop to 2-3. The Aggies' defense limited Arkansas to just seven points, showcasing a balanced approach that combined a potent rushing attack with solid pass protection.

The Razorbacks' inability to score outside of the first quarter proved to be a critical factor in the outcome. With the final whistle blowing at Kyle Field, the Aggies celebrated their third win of the year, while the Razorbacks look to rebound in their next contest.

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Tessa Esparza

Tessa Esparza covers Little Elm high school and area college sports.

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