Aaron Raley

Aaron Raley

Joined: Oct 2, 2024

Aaron Raley is a credentialed writer covering the Texas A&M Aggies for On SI, joining the team on May 27, 2024. Born and raised in Northeast Texas, Aaron earned a degree from Texas A&M University in journalism, with minors in history and sports management. Aaron’s writing abilities are driven by his love and passion for various sports, both at the collegiate and professional levels, as well as his experience in playing sports, especially baseball and football.

Miami Dolphins quarterback Quinn Ewers (14) throws downfield during the third quarter against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Texas quarterback Arch Manning warms up before an NCAA football game against Florida in Gainesville, FL.

Texas Longhorns running back Quintrevion Wisner (5) runs down the sideline during the first half against the Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian on the sideline in the second half against the Michigan Wolverines at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Texas Longhorns linebacker Liona Lefau (18) runs for after recovering a fumble during the second half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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One SEC linebacker could serve as the perfect replacement in Austin for Liona Lefau, who recently entered the transfer portal.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian looks on prior to a game against the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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Take a trip down memory lane as we look back at the last matchup between the Texas Longhorns and their opponents on the schedule for 2026.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian gestures after a game against the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

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The Texas Longhorns head coach had some thoughts to get off his chest.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning warms up before a game against the Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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After finally getting a full season of starting under him, Arch Manning is ready to run it back in Austin.

Florida safety Jordan Castell (14) celebrates after making a play during a football game between Tennessee and Florida at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla., on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023.

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The Florida Gators' loss just might become the Texas Longhorns' gain.

Michigan State Spartans wide receiver Nick Marsh runs for a touchdown after a catch during the second half against the Maryland Terrapins at SECU Stadium.

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As the Texas Longhorns begin their preparations for the 2026 season, here are some additional items on their transfer portal shopping list to add.

Michigan Wolverines wide receiver Andrew Marsh warms up before the game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium.

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Here are some Michigan Wolverines that the Texas Longhorns should target this offseason.

Texas Longhorns defensive end Lance Jackson (40) during the game between the Texas Longhorns and the Oklahoma Sooners at the Cotton Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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This freshman was one of one amongst those one on the gridiron in the 2025 season.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian and team gesture after the game against the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Shortly after the Notre Dame Fighting Irish made headlines by opting out of their bowl game after being excluded from the 12-team College Football Playoff, Steve Sarkisian gave his take on the ordeal and why the Texas Longhorns didn't follow suit.

Amazon Prime Thursday Night Football game analyst Kirk Herbstreit stands on the field during halftime of the game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium.

Despite holding a 9-3 regular season, the Texas Longhorns were placed above the 10-2 Vanderbilt Commodores, and this college football analyst believes he knows why.

Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian looks on in the first half against the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

The Texas Longhorns' newest quarterback is set for success once he takes the reins from Arch Manning, and Steve Sarkisian is sure of it.

Nov 28, 2025; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning keeps the ball for yardage during the first half against the Texas A&M Aggies at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

Here is how the Texas Longhorns moved in the AP Top 25 in the 2025 season.