Texas A&M lists Mario Craver questionable for Tennessee
Starting offensive lineman Trovon Baugh is doubtful, while Terry Bussey, Kelshaun Johnson and Blake Ivy are out for Saturday’s game.
| Kickoff | 12:00 PM ET |
|---|---|
| Venue | Neyland Stadium |
| Spread | Texas -5.5 |
| Total | 54.5 |
| TV | ABC |
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Follow the full play-by-play and box score →Texas A&M listed leading wide receiver Mario Craver as questionable on its initial SEC availability report before Saturday’s home game against Tennessee. Starting offensive lineman Trovon Baugh is doubtful, while wide receivers Terry Bussey and Kelshaun Johnson and offensive lineman Blake Ivy are out.
Craver’s status carries added weight because he leads the Aggies in multiple statistical categories. With Baugh listed as doubtful, Texas A&M is preparing for a Tennessee defensive front that Aggies coach Mike Elko praised for its disruption, power and length.
Elko called Tennessee defensive tackle Xavier Gilliam a phenomenal player and praised edge defenders Tyree Weathersby and Mariyon Dye for their burst. He said the Volunteers’ front has consistently created problems for opponents.
The matchup on the other side also caught Elko’s attention. He described Tennessee as the SEC’s No. 1 rushing offense and pointed to its physical offensive line, talented running back, strong tackle play and improving quarterback. Tennessee enters the trip to College Station looking to continue climbing the College Football Playoff rankings.
SEC availability reports follow a fixed schedule for Saturday football games. Schools must submit an initial report by 7 p.m. CT Wednesday, followed by updates after practice and before 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday.
A final game-day update is required no later than 90 minutes before kickoff. At that stage, players may be designated available, a game-time decision or out. Craver and Baugh could receive revised labels as the week progresses.
Why it matters
Craver leads Texas A&M in multiple statistical categories, making his availability a major factor for the Aggies’ offense. Baugh’s doubtful status also affects a line preparing to face a Tennessee front that Mike Elko praised for its disruption, power and length.
What to watch next
Texas A&M must issue updated availability reports Thursday and Friday before 7 p.m., followed by a game-day update no later than 90 minutes before kickoff Saturday.
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