Mario Craver

"a pair of experienced player makers in Mario Craver and Ashton Bethel-Roman"

↗ Three keys to victory: Texas A&M set to open the season against Missouri State

"Another starter from the depth chart who was a part of the Aggies' 2025 transfer class is Mario Craver. Craver immediately made his presence known in College Station following his transfer from Mississippi State, recording 59 receptions for 917 yards (15.5 yards per catch) last season."

↗ Texas A&M roster defined by retention, while making key portal acquisitions and recruiting at a high level

"Mario Craver with 85 receiving yards, Isaiah Horton with 58 receiving yards, Terry Bussey with 50 receiving yards, Ashton Bethel-Roman with 44 receiving yards, Gregory with 24 receiving yards and Warren with 14 receiving yards."

↗ Texas A&M football mailbag: What to take from Missouri State game, is Marcel Reed underrated and more

"Wide receiver Mario Craver. It's year two for him with the Aggies, and he's going to be Marcel Reed's safety blanket this season, in my opinion."

↗ Texas A&M football statistical leader projections for 2026: Aggie Yell season predictions Part II

"returning wide receiver Mario Craver may be the biggest factor for Reed to take that next jump, and I think Craver has another step forward from a year ago and solidifies himself as a first-round wide receiver following this season."

↗ Texas A&M football statistical leader projections for 2026: Aggie Yell season predictions Part II

"Quarterback Marcel Reed, running back Rueben Owens II, receiver Mario Craver, linebacker Ray Coney, defensive end Anto Saka and safety Marcus Ratcliffe."

↗ Texas A&M football statistical leader projections for 2026: Aggie Yell season predictions Part II

"A&M could have four receivers with 500-plus yards, but Craver came close to 1,000 last season despite competing with first-round pick KC Concepcion for targets and should be even better this fall."

↗ Texas A&M football statistical leader projections for 2026: Aggie Yell season predictions Part II

"Quarterback Marcel Reed, running back Rueben Owens II, wide receiver Mario Craver, linebacker Ray Coney, defensive end Marco Jones and safety Marcus Ratcliffe."

↗ Texas A&M football statistical leader projections for 2026: Aggie Yell season predictions Part II

"Quarterback Marcel Reed, running back Rueben Owens II, wide receiver Mario Craver, linebacker Daymion Sanford, defensive end Anto Saka and cornerback Dezz Ricks."

↗ Texas A&M football statistical leader projections for 2026: Aggie Yell season predictions Part II

"Mario Craver is a guy that, as I said earlier, I expect to make another jump this season. He missed some time last season due to injuries, and if he gets a full season of work, can be a guy to pass the 1,000-yard mark for the first time in his career."

↗ Texas A&M football statistical leader projections for 2026: Aggie Yell season predictions Part II

"ESPN has you listed as a top 100 player."

↗ Everything Texas A&M WR Mario Craver, DB Marcus Ratcliffe said ahead of Missouri State

"I'm playing at about 180 right now, so hopefully I'll be able to hold that mass throughout the season."

↗ Everything Texas A&M WR Mario Craver, DB Marcus Ratcliffe said ahead of Missouri State

"wide receivers Mario Craver and Isaiah Horton"

↗ Texas A&M football coach Mike Elko sizes up team, new depth chart before Aggies open season with Missouri State

"receivers Mario Craver and Isaiah Horton"

↗ Texas A&M football releases first depth chart ahead of 2026 season, opener vs. Missouri State

"The three receivers with the most proven production – junior Mario Craver, redshirt sophomore Ashton Bethel-Roman and Alabama transfer Isaiah Horton – remained impressive in the preseason."

↗ Texas A&M football fall camp superlatives: MVPs, best freshman and more for Aggies this preseason

"Projected starting slot: Mario Craver."

↗ Final Texas A&M football two-deep depth chart projection for 2026 season

"I think the thing that's helped him the most in the last two years, to be honest with you, is going against KC (Concepcion) every day last year and then this year, it's Mario (Craver) every day. You have to strain every single play with those two guys or you're going to get embarrassed."

↗ Everything Texas A&M DC Lyle Hemphill said of second fall scrimmage, where defense can improve, more

"Mario Craver, who landed on the first and second preseason All-SEC teams as an all-purpose player and receiver, respectively, has pushed him, too."

↗ Inside Texas A&M fall camp: Nickel Jordan Shaw a 'slept-on player,' motivated for big 2026 season

"Their perceived top three-options – junior Mario Craver, redshirt sophomore Ashton Bethel-Roman and Alabama transfer Isaiah Horton"

↗ Inside Texas A&M fall camp: Why Aggie WR Terry Bussey looks poised for a breakout 2026 season

"Through the air, there also will be no shortage of options for Reed, either, with Mario Craver and Ashton Bethel-Roman being returning starters alongside Alabama transfer Isaiah Horton."

↗ Texas A&M fall camp intel: What we're hearing from the Aggies' preseason (Offense)

"With nickel Bravion Rogers in coverage, Reed pump-faked before uncorking an accurate pass of 40-plus yards to Craver down the left sideline."

↗ Texas A&M football fall camp intel: Insider notes from 14th preseason practice for Aggies

"Projected starter: Mario Craver."

↗ Texas A&M football mid-fall camp depth chart projection: Special teams

"Craver has received a lot of the punt return work during the media-observed windows of practice this offseason and the Maroon and White Game. With his lateral quickness and make-you-miss ability, he'd certainly make a lot of sense."

↗ Texas A&M football mid-fall camp depth chart projection: Special teams

"Projected starting slot: Mario Craver."

↗ Texas A&M football mid-fall camp depth chart projection: Offense

"Earlier this week, Reed and wide receiver Mario Craver earned a spot on the Walter Camp Player of the Year Award Watch list."

↗ Texas A&M quarterback Marcel Reed named to Davey O’Brien Award Preseason Watch List

"Mario Craver landed on the first team as a wide receiver and all-purpose player"

↗ Four Texas A&M football players earn preseason All-SEC honors from league's coaches for 2026

"In his first season at A&M last fall, Craver earned third-team All-SEC accolades. Despite being a sophomore and spending part of the season injured and missing a game, the Mississippi State transfer hauled in 59 passes for 917 yards and four touchdowns while turning 11 carries into 81 yards and a score."

↗ Four Texas A&M football players earn preseason All-SEC honors from league's coaches for 2026

"Texas A&M junior wide receiver Mario Craver landed on the 2026 Biletnikoff Award preseason watch list"

↗ Texas A&M receiver Mario Craver makes 2026 Biletnikoff Award preseason watch list

"In his first season at A&M last fall, Craver earned third-team All-SEC accolades and finished as a semifinalist for the Biletnikoff Award."

↗ Texas A&M receiver Mario Craver makes 2026 Biletnikoff Award preseason watch list

"Despite being a sophomore and spending part of the season injured and missing a game"

↗ Texas A&M receiver Mario Craver makes 2026 Biletnikoff Award preseason watch list

"He landed on the first and second preseason All-SEC teams as an all-purpose player and receiver, respectively. He also was named to the preseason watch lists for the Maxwell Award and Walter Camp Award."

↗ Texas A&M receiver Mario Craver makes 2026 Biletnikoff Award preseason watch list

"Mario Craver has been lightning in a bottle. Looking for him to continue to stack days and be a little more balanced in what we're doing. He has this uncanny ability to color outside the lines."

↗ Everything Texas A&M OC Holmon Wiggins said about the Aggie receiver room and more

"Texas A&M quarterback Marcel Reed and wide receiver Mario Craver have been named to the watch list for the 2026 Walter Camp Award."

↗ Texas A&M QB Marcel Reed, WR Mario Craver land on Walter Camp Player of the Year Preseason Watch List

"Last season, Craver hauled in 59 passes for 917 yards, an average of 15.5 yards per reception. The former Mississippi State wideout had four touchdowns, as well as 11 rushes for 81 yards and a touchdown on the ground."

↗ Texas A&M QB Marcel Reed, WR Mario Craver land on Walter Camp Player of the Year Preseason Watch List

"Reed is among seven returning starters, joining wide receivers Ashton Bethel-Roman and Mario Craver, center Mark Nabou Jr., defensive end TJ Searcy, cornerback Dezz Ricks and safeties Dalton Brooks and Marcus Ratcliffe."

↗ Texas A&M football receives highest ranking in preseason AP Poll since 2022, cracks top 10

"Texas A&M is led by QB Marcel Reed and WR Mario Craver on offense."

↗ NewPreseason AP Poll

"The three receivers with the most proven production – junior Mario Craver, redshirt sophomore Ashton Bethel-Roman and Alabama transfer Isaiah Horton – have been consistently among the top performers in the open practices this offseason."

↗ Texas A&M fall camp intel: What to like, not like, question about Aggie offense near halfway point of preseason

"Craver dealt with an ankle injury for part of last fall but could be more durable now after gaining 15 pounds – bringing him to 5-foot-9, 180 – and still looks as shifty as ever."

↗ Texas A&M fall camp intel: What to like, not like, question about Aggie offense near halfway point of preseason

"Shifty junior Mario Craver looks poised to live up to his preseason second-team All-SEC hype."

↗ Inside Texas A&M fall camp: 'Danimals' receiver group for Aggies look as advertised in preseason

"Most known for his lateral quickness and ability to evade defenders, Craver finished last season fifth among receivers nationally in yards after the catch (575) and tied for sixth in missed tackles forced (22)."

↗ Inside Texas A&M fall camp: 'Danimals' receiver group for Aggies look as advertised in preseason

"Mario Craver has the lateral quickness"

↗ Why Texas A&M OC Holmon Wiggins could get most out of Aggie QB Marcel Reed in 2026

"With pressure coming from his left, Reed extended the play by scrambling to the right, uncorked a pass of 25-plus yards while on the run and fit the ball through a tight window to wide receiver Mario Craver on the right sideline. The accuracy and timing couldn't have been better for Craver, who secured the pass before falling out of bounds."

↗ Texas A&M fall camp intel: Insider takeaways from 2nd open practice of preseason for Aggies

"Mario Craver is looking to headline the group following a 900-plus yard campaign last season. He put together another strong showing Monday night."

↗ Texas A&M Fall Camp Intel: Three offensive standouts from today's practice

"He had an impressive over-the-shoulder reception against Bravion Rogers on a corner route 20 yards downfield and also had what could've been the best play of the night with a toe-drag reception along the sideline on a Marcel Reed rollout while covered by two defenders"

↗ Texas A&M Fall Camp Intel: Three offensive standouts from today's practice

"Best chirper on the team? I'd say between Rio (Mario Craver) and Terry Bussey," Humphrey said."

↗ Guided by strong work ethic, Texas A&M CB Julio Humphrey hoping to help Aggies secondary reach full potential

"Beyond Bussey, multiple other Aggie receivers flashed Saturday. The twitchy Mario Craver, speedy Ashton Bethel-Roman, towering Isaiah Horton and true freshman Aaron Gregory all continued to impress and show why A&M is loaded with a variety of skillsets at receiver."

↗ Texas A&M fall camp intel: Insider notes from 1st open preseason practice for Aggies

"He also showed pinpoint timing and accuracy on a few intermediate throws to the sideline, totaling two of those completions to Bethel-Roman (1 on 1 and 11 on 11) and another to Craver (1 on 1)."

↗ Texas A&M fall camp intel: Insider notes from 1st open preseason practice for Aggies

"Craver, Bussey, Horton and Bethel-Roman lined up at punt return during the opening portion of practice."

↗ Texas A&M fall camp intel: Insider notes from 1st open preseason practice for Aggies

"When punter Tyler White booted around a dozen balls later in practice, though, Craver led the way while Morrow and Owens rotated."

↗ Texas A&M fall camp intel: Insider notes from 1st open preseason practice for Aggies

"Elko said Tuesday that he expects Craver, Bussey and Horton to be in the mix at punt returner. In practice Wednesday, only Craver took punt return reps."

↗ 5 takeaways, notes from 1st Texas A&M football practice of fall camp: Daymion Sanford returns, Terry Bussey flashes

"Texas A&M wide receivers Terry Bussey, Isaiah Horton, Aaron Gregory and Mario Craver."

↗ Texas A&M football highlights from 1st practice of 2026 preseason camp (offense), interviews

"Reed is among seven returning starters, joining wide receivers Ashton Bethel-Roman and Mario Craver, center Mark Nabou Jr., defensive end TJ Searcy, cornerback Dezz Ricks and safeties Dalton Brooks and Marcus Ratcliffe."

↗ Why Texas A&M football coach Mike Elko insists his third season leading the Aggies is their 'most challenging' one yet

"Punt returner there's probably a little bit more still to go in terms of making that final decision. Mario (Craver's) going to be involved in that, Terry (Bussey's) going to be involved in that, and I would think Isaiah Horton will have some context in that conversation as well."

↗ Everything Texas A&M head football coach Mike Elko said at first preseason camp press conference

"The top receivers could be Alabama transfer Isaiah Horton (X), junior Mario Craver (slot) and redshirt sophomore Ashton Bethel-Roman (Z) while junior Terry Bussey and freshman Aaron Gregory are key contributors"

↗ 5 biggest Texas A&M football questions entering 2026 preseason camp

"Craver took a lot of the reps in the spring and Maroon and White Game."

↗ 5 biggest Texas A&M football questions entering 2026 preseason camp

"Texas A&M quarterback Marcel Reed and wide receiver Mario Craver were among 80 players named to the 2026 Maxwell Award preseason watch list"

↗ Texas A&M QB Marcel Reed, WR Mario Craver land on 2026 Maxwell Award preseason watch list

"In his first season at A&M last fall, Craver earned third-team All-SEC accolades. Despite being a sophomore and spending part of the season injured and missing a game, the Mississippi State transfer hauled in 59 passes for 917 yards and four touchdowns while turning 11 carries into 81 yards and a score. He also ranked fifth among receivers nationally in yards after the catch (575) and tied for sixth in missed tackles forced (22). Craver picked up multiple preseason All-SEC accolades from the media last month, landing on the first team as an all-purpose athlete and second team at receiver."

↗ Texas A&M QB Marcel Reed, WR Mario Craver land on 2026 Maxwell Award preseason watch list

"With Mario Craver fully healthy, Ashton Bethel-Roman continuing to come into his own, and the addition of Isaiah Horton adding size and versatility, the Aggies have far more flexibility in how they operate offensively."

↗ Texas A&M Spring Scoop: Latest Intel from Inside the Program

"When healthy, Craver was an X-factor for the offense, and early returns this spring suggest that could once again be the case. He's back to full strength and moving extremely well, giving the offense a dynamic presence."

↗ Texas A&M Spring Practice: Intel coming out of College Station

"Mario Craver is back to full strength for the first time since the early portion of last season after being dinged up consistently"

↗ Texas A&M Spring Practices: Aggies entering healthy, Jerome Myles update

"The transformation was highlighted by the additions of transfers KC Concepcion, who is expected to be a first-round NFL Draft pick next month, and Mario Craver."

↗ Texas A&M Newcomer Preview: Isaiah Horton highlights talented haul for Holmon Wiggins, wide receiver room

"especially with Mario Craver expected to headline the likely outgoing group to the NFL Draft after the season"

↗ Callaway's Corner: What could Texas A&M's receiver haul look like in the 2027 cycle?

"landing another proven option behind Mario Craver was a priority early in the process"

↗ Grading Texas A&M's Transfer Portal Haul: Offense

"That included quarterback Marcel Reed and wide receiver Mario Craver, both of whom made their way to campus to assist the Aggies' staff during the visit."

↗ Latest we're hearing on Texas A&M's pursuit of Auburn transfer Cam Coleman

"while Texas A&M already has a solid group at wide receiver and recently secured star Mario Craver for next season"

↗ Portal Priorities: Targets and positional needs coming into sight for Texas A&M

"Last cycle, the Aggies landed wide receivers KC Concepcion and Mario Craver to headline another impressive portal haul"

↗ Transfer Tracker: What to know about Texas A&M heading into the portal's opening

"he has been coaching in the SEC since 2019 and is widely regarded as one of the most valuable assistants in the league. Now, Wiggins, one of the staff's most crucial recruiters who helped land elite wideouts KC Concepcion and Mario Craver through the transfer portal"

↗ Early Returns: Grading Texas A&M’s Coaching Staff Changes

"One of the newer faces in College Station, Mario Craver transferred to Texas A&M after an impressive freshman season at Mississippi State."

↗ Three most impactful Aggies in first-round matchup with Miami

"He burst onto the scene early this year, highlighted by a 200-plus yard receiving performance at Notre Dame, but a lower-body injury limited him during the second half of the season."

↗ Three most impactful Aggies in first-round matchup with Miami

"We continue to hear that Craver is fully healthy and set to make a full return this weekend against Miami."

↗ Three most impactful Aggies in first-round matchup with Miami

"They haven't faced a receiver duo like Texas A&M's Mario Craver and KC Concepcion"

↗ Three Things I Know, Three Things I Don't: Aggies Hunting Tigers Once Again

"Craver has signed new endorsement deals with Panini Trading Cards and C4 Energy, adding to what has already been an eventful first year in College Station."

↗ Mario Craver inks new NIL deals with Panini and C4 Energy

"Through eight games, Craver has already surpassed his freshman-year production and currently ranks among the nation's top receivers with 716 yards and four touchdowns on 40 receptions, along with 65 rushing yards and another score on the ground."

↗ Mario Craver inks new NIL deals with Panini and C4 Energy

"This might be the week we see KC Concepcion and Mario Craver do serious damage after the catch"

↗ Three Things I Know, Three Things I Don't: Aggies Head to Arkansas

"Most notably, KC Concepcion and Mario Craver—both of whom transferred in last winter—have completely reshaped the offense and altered the program's trajectory in just a few short weeks."

↗ Three Things I Know, Three Things I Don't: Aggies Look To Remain Undefeated

"Standout Texas A&M wide receiver Mario Craver is off to a phenomenal start to his sophomore season, leading the nation in receiving yards and ranking second in touchdown receptions."

↗ Texas A&M Receiver Mario Craver Inks Deal With FanSpark

"Mario Craver, who ranks among the nation's top receivers"

↗ Top-100 Wide Receiver Set to Visit Texas A&M

"highlighted by a 200-yard performance from Mario Craver"

↗ What Texas A&M’s Win at Notre Dame Means for the Future of the Program

"Add Mario Craver into the mix, and the Aggies could have a potential solution—or at the very least, a matchup advantage to exploit in the run game with a lighter box due."

↗ Scouting Report: How the Irish Shape Up Versus the Aggies

"Offseason additions Mario Craver and KC Concepcion stole the spotlight in Week One, each posting numbers that would've been season-bests at their previous stops—despite playing fewer than 70% of the snaps."

↗ Three Things I Know, Three I Don’t: Takeaways from Win vs UTSA

"Transfer additions Mario Craver and KC Concepcion combined for nearly 200 yards and three receiving touchdowns, four if you include Concepcion's punt return that opened the scoring."

↗ Key Takeaways from the Aggies’ Season Opener Against UTSA

"Notably, of Mario Craver's 116 receiving yards, 95 came after the catch. He was the highest-rated offensive player for the Aggies per PFF with a grade of 90.5, good enough for the best receiever performance in the last five years in the maroon and white."

↗ Key Takeaways from the Aggies’ Season Opener Against UTSA

"Sources close to the program indicate that Bethel-Roman is the leading candidate to secure the third starting wide receiver spot alongside KC Concepcion and Mario Craver."

↗ Camp Risers: Two Players Turning Heads Early