Five-star offensive tackle Mark Matthews decommitted from Texas A&M on November 8, reopening his recruitment. Matthews, from St. Thomas Aquinas in Florida, had committed to the Aggies in May.
Where
Statewide
When
Nov. 8, 2026
Sources
Reported by 2 outlets
Taxes and money
None stated in sources.
Who's involved
Mark MatthewsFive-star offensive tackle prospect, decommitted from Texas A&M
Mike ElkoTexas A&M coach
Mario CristobalMiami head coach
The facts
Matthews is a 6-foot-5, 300-pound offensive lineman from St. Thomas Aquinas in Florida.1
Matthews committed to Texas A&M on May 15, choosing the Aggies over Miami, Georgia and LSU.1
Matthews is ranked as a top five prospect nationally and the top offensive lineman in multiple rankings.1
Matthews decommitted on Sunday, Nov. 8, according to reports by Steve Wiltfong and Hayes Fawcett of Rivals.1
Texas A&M is 4-5 this season and lost 17-9 to South Carolina on Saturday before the decommitment.1
Who said what
These are statements and claims made by the people involved. They are reported, not verified.
Source Matthews is regarded as one of the premier offensive tackle prospects in the country.1
Source Matthews has drawn national attention for his combination of size, athleticism and pass-protection ability.1
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Five-star OT Mark Matthews decommits from Texas A&M
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