List Of Texas A&M Quarterbacks Last 10 Years

Texas A&M Starting Quarterback history in the 21st century starts with Dustin Long who earned the position in 2002. 

The golden years for Texas A&M QBs were the 1980s and 1990s. Although Johnny Manziel set the bar very high and established unrealistic expectations for the Aggies' future.

It has not been hard for quarterbacks for Texas A&M like Kenny Hill to shatter so many college records. Furthermore, one must possess elite statistics relative to his era and phenomenal team success. QBs like Kevin Murray and Bucky Richardson check both boxes. 

The Early Years 2003 to 2007

The early period of Texas A&M Aggies quarterbacks was primarily shaped by Coach Dennis Franchione's influence and coaching philosophy. 

In the 2003 season, Franchione brought the majority of his coaching staff with him to College Station of Texas A&M.

Dennis signed as a head coach for the Texas A&M college football team in 2003 and thus marked the beginning of the Franchione time. Qbs during his coaching period were often asked to control the game by making smart decisions.

Some of the good Qbs during this time are Jerrod Johnson, Stephen McGee, Jeff Wood, Kevin Westerman, T.J. Sanders, and Ryan Tannehill.

The Mike Sherman Era 2008 to 2011

Mike Sherman was the 28th head coach for the college football team Texas A&M Aggies which represents Texas A&M University in NCAA Division.

He was the head coach since his appointment in November 2007 until being fired in 2011 and replaced by Dennis Franchione.

Some of the good Qbs during this time are Stephen McGee, Jerrod Johnson, and Ryan Tannehill. 

The Kevin Sumlin Era 2012 to 2017

Kevin Sumlin served as the head football coach at Texas A&M University from 2012 to 2017.

Sumlin has averaged nearly 9 victories per season of college tournaments while competing in the rugged SEC West since taking over the reins at Texas A&M in 2012.

Some of the good Qbs during this time are Kenny Hill, Kyle Allen, Trevor Knight, Kyler Murray, Jake Hubenake, and Nick Strakel.

From Kevin To Day 2017 to Present

Former college football QB Kellen Mond sealed his place in A&M history after breaking so many college football records set by Manziel and Jerrod Johnson. 

He was knocked off this list after a standout senior season. It took him a while to get his feet under him and become a consistent passer but he achieved that in his final year.

Moreover, Mond leaves the college as the Aggies' all-time career leader in total offense, passing yards, completions, attempts, and passing touchdowns. 

Texas A&M starting QB by year are: 

The Aggies have bred some of the most impressive quarterbacks in college football history and the numbers back it up. 

Mark Farris started his college football career from 2000 to 2001 and finished his career with 4896 yards passing 18 touchdowns, and 18 interceptions.

Moreover, Dustin took over for Farris in 2002 and finished the year with over 2500 yards passing. After that, Reggie McNeal replaced Dustin the following season, leading to his transfer to Sam Houston State.

The latest on the list is Texas native Conner Weigman who signed for Texas A&M in 2018. Brought in as a replacement for King, Haynes has landed at his destination of choice and committed to play for the Georgia Tech Yellow Jacket.

Conner Weigman was coached by David Raffield at Bridgeland High School and was rated as a 4-star prospect by all three major outlets and the number 1 quarterback by ESPN.

As a senior, he led Bridgeland to the 6A Region II championship game and accumulated 34 touchdowns and nearly 2,900 total yards during his senior season.

As a junior, he was named the District 16-6A Offensive Player of the Year after recording 51 touchdowns, 42 passing, and nine rushing, and throwing for more than 3,800 yards while rushing for an additional 581 yards.

As a sophomore, he led District 16-6A Newcomer of the Year as he posted 34 total scores, 27 passing and seven rushing, to go along with over 3,200 total yards. He was a multi-sport athlete that was also rated as one of the top baseball prospects in Texas.

 The best Texas A&M QB history In The NFL are: 

• Kevin Murray - 2019 NFL Draft
• Ryan Tannehill - 2012 NFL Draft
• Jerrod Johnson - 2011 NFL Draft 
• Stephen McGee  - 2009 NFL Draft
• Wes Bautovich - 2008 NFL Draft 
• Reggie McNeal  - 2006 NFL Draft 
• Dustin Long - 2005 NFL Draft

The Aggies QBs have gone on to play in the NFL with varying degrees of success. The chart includes Murray, Johnson, McNeal, and Bautovich.

Kevin Murray

Kevin Murray was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in the 2019 NFL draft. He was also selected by the Oakland Athletics of Major League Baseball (MLB) in the 2018 draft, making him the first payer to be drafted in the first round of both popular sports of the United States. 

He played college football for the Oklahoma Sooners following his stint with the Aggies, where he won the Heisman Trophy as a junior.

Career Stats

• Pass Completion Percentage: 57.7
• Passing Yards: 6,505 (Ranked number 6 in record books)
• Passing Touchdowns: 48 (Ranked #4 in record books)
• Rushing Yards: -52
• Rushing Average: -0.3
• Rushing Touchdowns: 5

Ryan Tannehill

Ryan Tannehill played college football at Texas A&M where he was a wide receiver until his junior year and was drafted eighth overall by the NFL team Miami Dolphins in the 2012 NFL Draft.

The Miami Dolphins selected Tannehill in the first round with the 8th overall pick in In the 2012 NFL Draft.

Career Stats

• Pass Completion Percentage: 62.5
• Passing Yards: 5,450 (Ranked #8 in record books)
• Passing Touchdowns: 42 (Ranked #7 in record books)
• Rushing Yards: 365
• Rushing Average: 3.2
• Rushing Touchdowns: 5

Jerrod Johnson

Jerrod Johnson was signed by the Philadelphia Eagles as an undrafted free agent in 2011 after previously working for the NFL team Vikings in an assistant role.

He played college football at Texas A&M where he was starting quarterback from 2008 to 2010.

He finished his collegiate career ranked first in school history with 8,011 passing yards and 8,888 yards total offense.

Career Stats

• Pass Completion Percentage: 58.6
• Passing Yards: 8011 (Ranked number 2 in record books)
• Passing Touchdowns: 67 (Ranked number 2 in record books)
• Rushing Yards: 877
• Rushing Average: 2.6
• Rushing Touchdowns: 16

Stephen McGee

Stephen McGee played college football at Texas A&M. In the 2009 NFL draft, he was drafted by the Cowboys in the 4th round.

Not only that but he also was a member of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in the Canadian Football League.

McGee finished his college football career with 485 of 815 completions for a 59.5% average record, 5475 passing yards, 7225 total yards, 1750 rushing yards, and 11 rushing touchdowns. 

College Football Stats