Edwards' dual touchdowns lead Texas A&M to 34-7 victory over Arkansas

A Dominant Home Performance

KJ Edwards provided the spark for the Texas A&M Aggies, rushing for two touchdowns in a 34-7 victory over the Arkansas Razorbacks on Saturday, October 3, 2026. The Aggies controlled the pace of the game at Kyle Field in College Station, Texas, where 108,657 spectators witnessed a defensive and offensive display that left little for the visitors to handle.

The final score reflected a significant gap in execution, with Texas A&M outscoring Arkansas by a margin of 27 points.

First Quarter Surge

The Aggies struck early to establish the tone of the contest. Carsyn Baker opened the scoring for Texas A&M with a two-yard run, followed by a David Olano kick. KJ Edwards then added to the lead with a 20-yard run and a successful kick.

Arkansas responded briefly when Chris Marshall caught a 26-yard pass from KJ Jackson, with Max Gilbert converting the kick. However, the Aggies closed out the first quarter with a 14-7 lead, setting the stage for a comfortable remainder of the game.

Maintaining the Lead

In the second quarter, Texas A&M extended their advantage. Marcel Reed capped a drive with a one-yard run, and David Olano added a 57-yard field goal to increase the lead to 24-7. The Razorbacks failed to score in the final two quarters.

Edwards added his second touchdown in the third quarter with a three-yard run, pushing the Aggies ahead 31-7. The game concluded with another field goal from Olano from 50 yards out, securing the 34-7 result.

Statistical Breakdown

Marcel Reed led the Aggies' passing attack, completing 13 of 19 passes for 170 yards. KJ Edwards carried the ball 11 times for 66 yards and two touchdowns. Kiotti Armstrong had one reception for 54 yards.

For Arkansas, KJ Jackson completed 13 of 25 passes for 111 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. Sutton Smith rushed for 41 yards on six carries, while Chris Marshall had seven receptions for 76 yards and a touchdown. The win improved Texas A&M's record to 3-2, while Arkansas fell to 2-3.

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