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"Introducing the class" is a series in which GigEmNation conducts a Q&A session with each of the incoming recruits in Texas A&M's 2013 class to give readers a closer look at each recruit individually. Today, we visit with Pearland (Texas) Dawson running back Ishmael Wilson (Dallas/Bishop Dunne).
Wilson, a 6-foot-4, 280-pound prospect, was ranked 39th nationally among tackles and was an Offense-Defense Bowl All-American selection and a first-team all-district pick in TAPPS 1-5A. He anchored an offensive line that paved the way for Bishop Dunne's 297-yards-per-game offensive output. Wilson chose the Aggies over a host of other offers, including ones from Michigan, Nebraska, Auburn, Baylor and Texas Tech.
Here's our Q&A with Wilson:
Wilson, a 6-foot-4, 280-pound prospect, was ranked 39th nationally among tackles and was an Offense-Defense Bowl All-American selection and a first-team all-district pick in TAPPS 1-5A. He anchored an offensive line that paved the way for Bishop Dunne's 297-yards-per-game offensive output. Wilson chose the Aggies over a host of other offers, including ones from Michigan, Nebraska, Auburn, Baylor and Texas Tech.
Here's our Q&A with Wilson:
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During the summer, GigEmNation will take a closer look at returning starters and other key players on the two-deep for Texas A&M -- excluding the Aggies' 2013 recruiting class -- that could make notable impact this fall in our Aggie Snapshot series. Starting with No. 1 De'Vante Harris, the series will follow the roster numerically through our final analysis of No. 95 Julien Obioha.
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Examining Texas A&M's BCS title chances
May, 23, 2013
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By GigEmNation staff | ESPN.com
Last season, many wondered whether Texas A&M could simply compete in the SEC.
Now, after magical 11-2 campaign that saw the Aggies blow away outsider expectations, some wonder whether the Aggies could win the conference or even win a national championship.
GigEmNation's Sam Khan Jr. takes a look at the factors that could help the Aggies in their journey and some of the concerns that could prevent it from happening with some statistical analysis sprinkled in.
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Now, after magical 11-2 campaign that saw the Aggies blow away outsider expectations, some wonder whether the Aggies could win the conference or even win a national championship.
GigEmNation's Sam Khan Jr. takes a look at the factors that could help the Aggies in their journey and some of the concerns that could prevent it from happening with some statistical analysis sprinkled in.
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"Coach's take" is a series which allows GigEmNation to offer readers a closer look at the incoming recruits in Texas A&M's 2013 class by visiting with someone who coached the player or coached against him. Today, we take a look at three-star running back James White of Pearland (Texas) Dawson by visiting with his head coach, Eric Wells.
The 6-foot, 210-pound White was ranked 52nd nationally among running backs in the 2013 class. As a senior, he rushed for 2,185 yards and 28 touchdowns on 284 carries. That followed a junior season that consisted of 1,840 yards and 23 touchdowns. He was a first-team all-state selection as a senior.
Here's Wells' take on White:
GigEmNation: What was your first impression of White when he first entered your program?
The 6-foot, 210-pound White was ranked 52nd nationally among running backs in the 2013 class. As a senior, he rushed for 2,185 yards and 28 touchdowns on 284 carries. That followed a junior season that consisted of 1,840 yards and 23 touchdowns. He was a first-team all-state selection as a senior.
Here's Wells' take on White:
GigEmNation: What was your first impression of White when he first entered your program?
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Video: QB Manziel working to get better
May, 22, 2013
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4:00
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Kirk Herbstreit visits Johnny Manziel as he trains with QB specialist George Whitfield this offseason.
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TOP 5 Texas A&M COMMITS
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- Hoza Scott
- OLB, 6'3'', 225 lbs.
- 2
- Dylan Sumner-Gardner
- S, 6'1'', 197 lbs.
- 3
- Nick Harvey
- ATH, 5'11'', 180 lbs.
- 4
- DeShawn Washington
- DT, 6'3'', 275 lbs.
- 5
- Cedric Collins
- CB, 5'10'', 170 lbs.
- 1
- Tony Trocha
- PF, 6'10'', 220 lbs.
- 2
- Devante Fitzgerald
- SF, 6'7'', 195 lbs.
- 3
- Tavario Miller
- PF, 6'8'', 200 lbs.
- 4
- Jamal Jones
- SF, 6'8''
2014 CLASS RANKINGS
| Rank | College | Commits |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Michigan Wolverines | 9 |
| 2 | Texas Longhorns | 13 |
| 3 | LSU Tigers | 9 |
| 4 | Texas A&M Aggies | 10 |
| 5 | Florida State Seminoles | 10 |
| See the full football rankings » | ||
