No. 24 Texas A&M vs. Arkansas Preview: Game Predictions

Texas A&M will look to take their 12th win in 13 years against the Razorbacks in the "Southwest Classic."

Sep 30, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Ainias Smith (0) In action during the game between the Texas A&M Aggies and the Arkansas Razorbacks at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports / Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Today is where you'll find a game that many fans of the Texas A&M Aggies and Arkansas Razorbacks circle on their schedules when it is first released.

The Southwest Classic.

Texas A&M and Arkansas will face off in the 81st edition of the rivalry on September 28 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX. Texas A&M has been unstoppable as of recent against the Pigs, being victorious in 11 of the previous 12 games and are not looking to change any of that this year, especially with their hunt of making the CFP.

After a heartbreaking season-opener loss to Notre Dame, the Aggies have been on a roll, winning their last three games and showing strong prowess in the run game, running for 333, 310, and 235 rushing yards the past three games.

The Arkansas Razorbacks are also 3-1 on the year and have seen masterful play by Boise State transfer Taylen Green.

Can A&M claim a 12th win in 13 years? Or can Arkansas get the ball rolling again against their rivals? Check out our staff's score predictions for the game below:

Matt Galatzan, Publisher

The Aggies have been up and down in stopping the run, which is what Arkansas does best. Depending on who is under center - which we don't know as we write this - will likely affect the dynamic of the Texas A&M offense as well. That leaves too many questions for me at the moment. Arkansas in a close one.

Arkanasas 34, Texas A&M 30

Aaron Raley, Staff Writer

Texas A&M has just straight up been the more dominant team against Arkansas the past few years, of course, the 2021 game aside. When you look at last year's game, Texas A&M scored 34 points, and this was with their backup quarterback. And of course, the defense did what they do best, stop the run game. On the other side, most of Arkansas' offense came from their quarterback K.J. Jefferson, who transferred to UCF over the offseason. With Taylen Green taking the reins now, and how impressive he has been recently, this game could really be interesting.

I believe that A&M's team chemistry will be a strength for them, and they will have no problem outperforming Arkansas on both sides of the ball on their way to yet another win in the Southwest Classic, but it might be closer than we all imagine.

Texas A&M 38, Arkansas 31

Matt Guzman, Columnist

Texas A&M has a long-standing history with Arkansas. They’ve played countless matchups — which have been made interesting by the neutral site and big stage — and gone head-to-head on most occasions.

This season will be no different as both schools make their way to Arlington for another matchup. I think the Aggies will be riding momentum from their first four games of the season and will be able to carry that into their game against the Razorbacks. The offense will outdo itself and Texas A&M will cruise to a must-win.

Texas A&M 35, Arkansas 17