Aggies Football Travels to Columbia to Face South Carolina
Texas A&M and South Carolina to Face-Off in Week 3
Aggies Aim to Continue Strong Start
Texas A&M football will travel to Columbia, South Carolina, to face the South Carolina Gamecocks in Week 3 of the 2023 college football season. The Aggies are coming off an impressive 23-31 road win against the No. 13 Miami Hurricanes, while the Gamecocks are 1-1 after a 44-30 loss to the Georgia Bulldogs.
The Aggies will look to continue their strong start to the season. They are averaging over 400 yards of offense per game and have a balanced attack with quarterback Max Johnson and running back Devon Achane leading the way. The defense has also been impressive, allowing just 12.5 points per game.
The Gamecocks will be looking to rebound from their loss to Georgia. They have a talented offense led by quarterback Spencer Rattler and wide receiver Antwane Wells. The defense is led by linebacker Sherrod Greene and safety Nick Emmanwori.
The game is expected to be a close one. The Aggies are favored by 3.5 points, but the Gamecocks have a strong home-field advantage. The weather is expected to be hot and humid, which could favor the Aggies.
Key Matchups
- Max Johnson vs. Spencer Rattler: This will be a battle of two talented quarterbacks. Johnson has been efficient and accurate this season, while Rattler has shown flashes of brilliance but has also been turnover prone.
- Devon Achane vs. South Carolina's defense: Achane is one of the most explosive running backs in the country. He will be a major challenge for the Gamecocks' defense, which has allowed over 150 rushing yards per game this season.
- Texas A&M's pass rush vs. South Carolina's offensive line: The Aggies have a strong pass rush led by defensive end Fadil Diggs. They will need to put pressure on Rattler and force him into mistakes.
Prediction
This is a tough game to predict. The Aggies are the more talented team, but the Gamecocks have a strong home-field advantage. I think the Aggies will win a close one, 27-23.
