Two Texas A&M Aggies Earn Spots on PFF’s Preseason All-American Team
In a significant preseason honor, two Texas A&M Aggies have been named to the Pro Football Focus (PFF) Preseason All-American Team, signaling high expectations for the Aggies as they prepare for the 2025 college football season. The recognition highlights the elite talent that remains in College Station under new head coach Mike Elko’s watch.
Offensive lineman Bryce Foster and defensive back Bryce Anderson—two of the most dominant and consistent performers in the SEC—have earned their place among the nation’s top players according to PFF’s rigorous grading and analytics system.
Bryce Foster: The Wall in the Trenches
Nicknamed “The Mountain” by teammates, junior center Bryce Foster anchors the Aggies’ offensive line with rare power and agility. Standing 6’5” and weighing 330 pounds, Foster is more than just a physical force; his football IQ, polished footwork, and command of the line of scrimmage have drawn comparisons to former Aggie greats like Jake Matthews and Germain Ifedi. PFF’s analytics praised Foster’s 2024 season, noting he allowed only one sack across 600+ snaps and posted a 90.2 run-blocking grade—the highest among SEC interior linemen.
Foster’s commitment to both football and track and field, where he throws shot put at a national level, reflects his unique athleticism. Coaches credit his strength and stamina to that dual-sport background. With Foster leading the offensive front, the Aggies are poised to elevate their ground game and give sophomore quarterback Marcel Reed the time he needs to blossom under pressure.
Bryce Anderson: The Backbone of the Aggie Defense
On the other side of the ball, junior safety Bryce Anderson earned his All-American nod thanks to his versatile playmaking ability and lockdown coverage. PFF graded Anderson as one of the top three safeties in the nation, citing his 85.7 coverage grade and his elite 0.67 yards allowed per coverage snap.
Anderson has become the heart of the Aggie secondary. His instinctive reads, explosive acceleration, and ability to blitz from the slot or track deep balls give Texas A&M a strategic advantage on defense. In 2024, he recorded four interceptions, three sacks, and 12 passes defended—numbers that only hint at his true impact on the field.
A vocal leader and film room junkie, Anderson’s presence brings an edge to a defense that ranked top-15 nationally in yards allowed last season. With him returning, Texas A&M’s defensive unit is expected to be among the most formidable in the SEC.
Aggies Ascending
This preseason recognition from PFF is more than individual accolades—it’s a warning shot to the rest of college football. With cornerstone talents like Foster and Anderson, the Aggies have the foundation to contend for the SEC title and perhaps a spot in the expanded College Football Playoff.
If their early honors are any indication, the 2025 season may be the one where Texas A&M finally cashes in on years of recruiting success and hard-fought experience.
