Texas A&M QB Marcel Reed returns after being helped off field in rivalry game against Texas
Texas A&M quarterback Marcel Reed (10) scrambles away from Texas defensive end Brad Spence, left, during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Friday, Nov. 28, 2025, in Austin, Texas. Credit: AP/Stephen Spillman
AUSTIN, Texas — Texas A&M quarterback Marcel Reed returned on the next offensive series after being helped off the field late in the first quarter Friday night in the No. 3 Aggies' matchup with rival No. 16 Texas.
Reed, who has emerged as a late-season Heisman Trophy contender for the undefeated Aggies, slipped on a scramble and went to the ground untouched. Television replays appeared to show his left ankle twist as he tried to make a cut.
Reed left with 2:59 left in the quarter. He was briefly replaced by Miles O'Neill and A&M's drive ended with a blocked field goal.
Reed returned after Texas kicked a field goal for a 3-0 lead early in the second quarter, and led a tying drive.
Texas A&M can wrap up a spot in the Southeastern Conference championship game with a victory.
