The Showdown in College Station: Aggies versus Army

By Robert H. Kelly
Copyright 2008 TexSport Publications

COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS (September 27, 2008) It is a bright and slightly muggy Saturday, September 27, 2008 at Kyle Field in College Station, Texas. It could be a football game that could transcend the ages. In fact, in their fourth meeting that dates back to 1969, the Black Knights of West Point and the Aggies of Texas A&M will face off in their fourth meeting, with the Aggies holding a 2-1 record over Army.

In the inaugural game on October 4, 1969, the Aggies defeated the Black Knights 20-13, with Army evening the series in 1972 24-14. In their last meeting, the Aggies came from behind late in the 4th quarter to beat the Knights 28-24.

On this mild day in Aggieland, both teams will try to improve on their 2008 season records. Texas A&M is 1-2 while Army is winless at 0-3.

In outlooks for the game, Aggie freshman Jeff Fuller will attempt to break a freshman record for the Aggies. Just three games into his A&M career; he is just one receiving touchdown shy of the record. He is also on pace to set freshman records for season catches and yards.

All American and Ray Guy Award candidate Justin Brantly will be seeking the 32nd 40-yard plus punt average of his career (in his 40th game) against the Black Knights. Brantly currently leads the Big 12 in punting with a 46.0 average, and ranks number 6 nationally. with 45 “coffin corner” boots in his career, Brantly has deposited more than 25 percent of his punts inside the opponent’s 20-yard line.

Kickoff in College Station is set for 11:35am and will be broadcast regionally by the 40-plus station Texas A&M Radio Network and will be televised by Versus.