Aggieland · 2026 Roster · 2026 RS-SR
This Season
Depth ChartWeek 1 official depth chart · vs Missouri State (released Aug 31) · 2026-08-31
Third-named in the four-way OR; Karels rated him and Anderson the better receivers.
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Camp Timeline
TE · rise · 2026-08-23
The most natural receiver of the three tight ends (Callaway 8/23); Wiggins says the UTSA transfer added weight to hold up in SEC run-game matchups.
src · Texas A&M fall camp intel: What we're hearing from the Aggies' preseason (Offense)
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The Next Level
NFL Comp
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Draft Window
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NIL Valuation
$300K
On3 forward 12-mo valuation
Intel Feed · Aggie Yell
August 2026
13 claims
"1. Micah Riley OR Richie Anderson III OR Houston Thomas OR Kiotti Armstrong"
↗ Texas A&M football releases first depth chart ahead of 2026 season, opener vs. Missouri State
"Three players – Riley and new transfers Houston Thomas (UTSA) and Anderson (Fresno State) – seem poised to lead the unit and share the bulk of the reps."
↗ Final Texas A&M football two-deep depth chart projection for 2026 season
"It isn't as natural as Houston Thomas, who can line up there or out wide, but he'll impact games for the Aggies."
↗ Texas A&M fall camp intel: What we're hearing from the Aggies' preseason (Offense)
"Projected backup: Houston Thomas."
↗ Texas A&M football mid-fall camp depth chart projection: Offense
"We brought in Houston Thomas from UTSA and he's more of a pass catcher, but he's put on some weight to help him sit there and sustain some of these matchups in the SEC. I've been excited to see him come along in the run game."
↗ Everything Texas A&M OC Holmon Wiggins said about the Aggie receiver room and more
"Texas A&M QB Brady Hart ➡️ TE Houston Thomas."
↗ Texas A&M fall camp highlights from 11th practice of preseason for Aggies (offense), interviews
"Texas A&M tight end Houston Thomas, who transferred back home to College Station from UTSA this offseason"
↗ Texas A&M fall camp highlights from 5th practice of preseason for Aggies
"he's expected to primarily compete with transfer additions Houston Thomas (UTSA) and Richie Anderson III (Fresno State) for snaps."
↗ Texas A&M TE Micah Riley excited to be healthy, first-time team captain for Aggies in 2026
"On what he has seen from UTSA transfer Houston Thomas Riley: "I think just a good locker room guy. Good chemistry. He's hilarious. He's from here. He takes care of all the guys. He shows us around. Takes us to the best food spots. He's been a great addition to the room."
↗ Texas A&M DB Dalton Brooks, OL Mark Nabou, TE Micah Riley preview preseason camp
"New Texas A&M tight ends Houston Thomas and Richie Anderson III were named to the 2026 John Mackey Award preseason watch list"
↗ Texas A&M TEs Houston Thomas, Richie Anderson III make John Mackey Award preseason watch list
"At tight end, transfers Houston Thomas (UTSA) and Richie Anderson III (Fresno State), and top returner Micah Riley look poised to be the key options vying for snaps."
↗ 5 biggest Texas A&M football questions entering 2026 preseason camp
"Their replacements included five scholarship additions – transfers Houston Thomas (UTSA) and Richie Anderson (Fresno State), and freshmen KK Johnson, Caleb Tafua and freshman Evan Jacobson – and returners Kiotti Armstrong and Riley."
↗ Former Texas A&M football player plans to make use of new eligibility court ruling, play somewhere in 2026
"As for A&M's current tight end room, they brought in transfers Houston Thomas (UTSA) and Richie Anderson (Fresno State)."
↗ Former Texas A&M football players who could be able to return following eligibility court ruling
January 2026
9 claims
"UTSA tight end and College Station native Houston Thomas became Texas A&M's first commitment of the transfer portal cycle, choosing the Aggies over several suitors, including Kentucky, which pursued him aggressively down the stretch."
↗ Grading Texas A&M's Transfer Portal Haul: Offense
"Landing UTSA's Houston Thomas on Saturday."
↗ Breaking down and analyzing the Aggies' recent portal acquisitions
"Anderson will join Houston Thomas in a young tight end group that's in need of leadership, with both newcomers bringing proven experience and physicality into the locker room."
↗ BREAKING: Fresno State tight end transfer Richie Anderson commits to Texas A&M
"After landing UTSA tight end Houston Thomas to kick off their transfer portal haul, Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko and his staff have continued to work toward assembling another impressive class from the open market."
↗ BREAKING: LSU offensive lineman Coen Echols commits to Texas A&M
"Mike Elko and his staff at Texas A&M have landed their first commitment of the cycle in UTSA tight end and College Station native Houston Thomas."
↗ BREAKING: UTSA TE Houston Thomas commits to Texas A&M
"Thomas totaled 347 yards and two touchdowns on 34 receptions during the 2025 season with the Roadrunners."
↗ BREAKING: UTSA TE Houston Thomas commits to Texas A&M
"Head coach Mike Elko praised Thomas' skill set, calling him an 'elite dual-threat player' who excels as both a blocker and a receiver based on his time with the Roadrunners."
↗ BREAKING: UTSA TE Houston Thomas commits to Texas A&M
"College Station native and UTSA standout tight end Houston Thomas, who we've reported is on campus today visiting with Texas A&M."
↗ Texas A&M set to host several transfer portal targets during first weekend of the window
"Other names we've continued to hear include Florida EDGE Jayden Woods, LSU interior offensive lineman Coen Echols, and UTSA tight end Houston Thomas. All three are expected to make trips to College Station over the next two weeks"
↗ Portal Tracker: Day before primer for Texas A&M
December 2025
3 claims
"UTSA tight end Houston Thomas is a name to watch, given his production for the Roadrunners, College Station roots, and direct ties to head coach Mike Elko. He's expected to visit early in the process."
↗ Transfer Tracker: What to know about Texas A&M heading into the portal's opening
"After spending four seasons in San Antonio with the Roadrunners, the College Station native recently announced his intention to enter the transfer portal with just one year of eligibility remaining."
↗ Transfer Portal Tracker: Three names that make sense for Texas A&M
"Mike Elko is very familiar with Thomas. While previewing Texas A&M's matchup with UTSA earlier this season, Elko noted that Thomas is friends with his son and graduated high school alongside him, describing him as an "elite tight end" in both the passing and blocking games."
↗ Transfer Portal Tracker: Three names that make sense for Texas A&M
The Recruit
Ratings Constellation
Roster History
| Year | School | Jersey | Position | Class | Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Texas A&M | #87 | TE | RS-SR | 22 |
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