Le’Veon Moss and Rueben Owens Earn Doak Walker Nod
Two Texas A&M running backs, Le’Veon Moss and Rueben Owens, have been named to the prestigious 2025 Doak Walker Award watch list, honoring the nation’s top college running backs. This is a massive moment for the Maroon & White, signaling a powerhouse backfield ready to dominate. Let’s dive into the details, celebrate these stars, and get you fired up for the season ahead—starting with the opener against UTSA on August 30 at Kyle Field. Grab your gear and join the 12th Man hype!
Le’Veon Moss: The SEC Rushing King Returns
Le’Veon Moss is back, and this Doak Walker nod is the cherry on top! The senior running back proved his worth last season, leading the SEC in rushing with 765 yards and 10 touchdowns on 121 carries, averaging an impressive 6.3 yards per carry. His All-SEC Second Team honors from 2024 still echo, but an injury cut his breakout year short. Now, fully recovered and raring to go, Moss is poised to reclaim his throne at Kyle Field. Coach Mike Elko has praised his work ethic in fall camp, and fans are buzzing about his potential to smash records. Remember that 75-yard touchdown run against Arkansas last year? That’s the Moss we’re getting back! Aggies, are you ready to see him bulldoze defenses again? Share your excitement and favorite Moss moment below!
Rueben Owens: The Comeback Kid Steps Up
Rueben Owens is the comeback story we’ve all been waiting for! After a promising 2023 season earned him SEC All-Freshman Team honors, an injury in 2024 sidelined the redshirt sophomore. But don’t count him out—Owens flashed his talent with 56 yards in the Las Vegas Bowl, and now he’s healthy, hungry, and ready to shine. Paired with Moss, Owens brings speed and versatility, with a knack for finding gaps that could make this backfield unstoppable. His agility and vision have coaches optimistic, and the 12th Man is already chanting his name. Do you think Owens will steal the spotlight or complement Moss perfectly? Let’s hear your predictions and get the hype rolling!
Why This Matters for Aggie Football
This Doak Walker watch list double dip is a game-changer for Texas A&M! With 15 returning starters and a revamped offense led by quarterback Marcel Reed, Moss and Owens give the Aggies a dynamic one-two punch that could carry them deep into the SEC race. The Doak Walker Award, given annually to the nation’s best running back since 1990, is a prestigious honor, and having two contenders puts the Maroon & White on the national radar. With 11 SEC teams in the top 20 per ESPN’s FPI, every edge counts, and this backfield duo could be the difference in a playoff push. The season opener against UTSA, followed by tough matchups like Notre Dame and Auburn, will test their mettle. Are you feeling a deep run with this talented pair, or worried about the SEC gauntlet? Drop your thoughts and let’s debate!
Aggie Nation, the clock’s ticking toward that August 30 kickoff, and Moss and Owens are our MVPs in waiting! Fall camp updates show them dominating practice, and the 12th Man is ready to roar. Are you hyped for their Doak Walker runs, got a favorite play in mind, or dreaming of a national title? Hit the comments with your cheers, game plans, and must-watch moments. Let’s pack Kyle Field with deafening noise and show the college football world what the Aggies are made of. This is our year—let’s make it unforgettable!
