Jason Howell

Senior Recruiting Analyst

Jason joined TexAgs in May of 2016 as a senior recruiting analyst. He came to TexAgs after a 13-year stint at Rivals.com in various roles and capacities. Most recently, he served as a Mid-South Regional Recruiting Analyst, covering recruiting throughout the four-state region of Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Arkansas. A native of Stuttgart, Arkansas, Jason graduated from Baylor University with a BBA in Economics.

2025 four-star LB Riley Pettijohn sees possible future in Aggieland

Football Recruiting ⋅ 1 hr ago by Jason Howell

McKinney (TX) 2025 All-American linebacker Riley Pettijohn is nearing the end of his recruitment process, eyeing a possible preseason commitment this summer. Among his top programs is Texas A&M as Mike Elko and Jay Bateman have made a lasting impression.

2026 CB Ryan Gilbert continues growing relationship with A&M staff

Football Recruiting ⋅ 3 hrs ago by Jason Howell

Mesquite (TX) Horn 2026 CB Ryan Gilbert saw his recruitment take flight following this past season, and the momentum has continued into the spring. Gilbert spoke to TexAgs' Jason Howell about his spring, summer plans, thoughts on the Aggies and much more.

Texas A&M's coaches, facilities catch attention of 2026 S Markel Ford

Football Recruiting ⋅ 4 hrs ago by Jason Howell

Mesquite (TX) Horn 2026 S Markel Ford entered the spring regarded as one of the best in Texas holding several offers, and he continues to catch the attention of programs across the nation. Ford spoke to Jason Howell as he looks forward to his Aggieland visit this summer.

Around Texas: A round-up of recruiting news in the Lone Star State

Football Recruiting ⋅ 8 hrs ago by Jason Howell

High school and college football around the state of Texas are currently going through spring drills and offseason workouts, but recruiting never stops. It is time to take a look at the latest happenings on the Lone Star State recruiting front as the offseason rolls on.

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North Crowley OL John Turntine 'blessed' as his process takes off

Football Recruiting ⋅ 1 day ago by Jason Howell

For a 2026 prospect, North Crowley offensive lineman John Turntine is starting to see offers roll in, and Texas A&M is among the schools to have extended a scholarship. Last week, Adam Cushing stopped by North Crowley to see Turntine in action as his process takes off.

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Busy summer for 2025 OL Lamont Rogers includes a visit to Aggieland

Football Recruiting ⋅ 1 day ago by Jason Howell

2025 Mesquite Horn offensive lineman Lamont Rogers has a packed summer schedule coming up, including a June 6 visit to College Station. Ahead of a busy few weeks, Rogers spoke to TexAgs about what makes Texas A&M stand out and much more.

Future Aggies doing work on the track

5 days ago by Jason Howell

Aggies set to host one of DFW's finest

5 days ago by Jason Howell

Three Things: Thoughts on DFW prospects, important visitors & more

Football Recruiting ⋅ 6 days ago by Jason Howell

As he does every Friday morning, TexAgs' senior recruiting analyst Jason Howell offered up another round of his weekly recruiting thoughts. In this edition of his Three Things, Howell discussed a handful of Dallas-Fort Worth prospects, visitors this weekend and more.

Some notes on some recent DFW offers

Football Recruiting ⋅ 7 days ago by Jason Howell

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Consistency, character of A&M's staff 'big' for 2027 WR Antayvious Ellis

Football Recruiting ⋅ 7 days ago by Jason Howell

2027 Crowley WR Antayvious Ellis received an offer from Texas A&M while on a visit to College Station in April, and since then, Holmon Wiggins and Collin Klein have remained consistent in their pursuit. Ellis spoke to TexAgs about the latest regarding his recruitment process.

Around the SEC: Recruiting News & Trends

Football Recruiting ⋅ 7 days ago by Jason Howell

It's time to take a look around at the biggest pick-ups on the recruiting front as well as some of the top recruiting news and notes from around the SEC. Jason Howell details that and more in this week's Around the SEC.

Texas A&M hosting a big weekend visitor

7 days ago by Jason Howell

2026 Flower Mound OL Drew Evers details relationships with A&M staff

Football Recruiting ⋅ 8 days ago by Jason Howell

A couple of Texas A&M coaches within Mike Elko's program were in Flower Mound this weekend to visit 2026 offensive lineman Drew Evers. The prospect provided an update on his recruitment and spoke about the relationships he is building with the coaching staff.

Cushing, Aggies finding recruiting success along the offensive line

Football Recruiting ⋅ 9 days ago by Jason Howell

Since his arrival in College Station, Texas A&M's new offensive line coach Adam Cushing has made a number of additions, both in the transfer portal and the high school ranks. With Mike Elko and Cushing leading the way, the future could be bright for the Maroon Goons.

Standout wideout Kaliq Lockett concluded spring tour in Aggieland

Football Recruiting ⋅ 9 days ago by Jason Howell

2025 Sachse wide receiver Kaliq Lockett has gotten an up-close look at many top programs across the country, and he was back in College Station a couple of weeks ago. As he nears an August decision, Lockett continues to keep a close eye on Texas A&M.

2026 corner Preston Ashley adds Texas A&M to growing list of offers

Football Recruiting ⋅ 9 days ago by Jason Howell

Earlier this month, 2026 Brandon (MS) cornerback Preston Ashley took a visit to Aggieland, and on Monday, Texas A&M extended a scholarship offer. As his list of schools continues to grow, Ashley spoke to TexAgs about his thoughts on the A&M program, his future plans and more.

Aggies stop by to check in with Kaliq Lockett

9 days ago by Jason Howell

2027 signal-caller Karece Hoyt 'excited' by receiving offer from A&M

Football Recruiting ⋅ 10 days ago by Jason Howell

Frisco (TX) Lone Star QB Karece Hoyt (6-foot-2, 200 pounds) has quickly made a name for himself as a playmaker on the football field, and the college offers are mounting in a hurry. On Monday, 2027 prospect received an offer from Texas A&M.

Texas A&M coaches active in DFW

Football Recruiting ⋅ 10 days ago by Jason Howell