Texas and Texas A&M set to renew football rivalry after 13 years

Texas and Texas A&M will meet on the football field for the first time in over 13 years on Saturday. The rivalry ended in 2011 when Texas A&M left the Big 12 for the SEC, leading to a long absence of games between the two teams. During this time, both schools engaged in social media exchanges and political maneuvers, with attempts by Texas lawmakers to mandate a game. Despite various athletic directors and coaches expressing interest in renewing the rivalry, scheduling conflicts and administrative decisions kept the teams apart. With the Longhorns now in the SEC alongside the Aggies, both programs have new leadership. Coaches Steve Sarkisian and Mike Elko have expressed enthusiasm for the rivalry's return, marking a significant moment in college football history.