PHILADELPHIA – Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko has been named a semifinalist for the George Munger College Coach of the Year Award, the Maxwell Football Club announced Wednesday.
Elko has guided Texas A&M to a 10-0 record, the program’s best start since 1992 and its first 10-win season since 2012. The Aggies are one of just three undefeated FBS teams and have surged to a 7-0 mark in SEC play for the first time in school history. Texas A&M also leads the nation with a program-record three road wins over AP Top 25 opponents, defeating No. 8 Notre Dame, No. 19 Missouri, and No. 20 LSU.
Defensively, the Aggies rank first nationally in third-down defense (.244) and sacks (38.0). On offense, they allow the fewest tackles for loss per game (3.0) and stand 14th in scoring offense (37.1) and 16th in total offense (464.1). Texas A&M has also won the time-of-possession battle in seven straight games and has outscored opponents 103–30 in the third quarter during its undefeated run.
In two seasons under Elko, the Aggies have posted an 18-5 overall record, including 12-3 in conference play, and are 11-2 at Kyle Field. Texas A&M is also 14-0 when leading at halftime.
The George Munger Award honors coaches who embody the strategic brilliance, leadership, and dedication that Munger exemplified. By recognizing the top coach each year, the award upholds Munger’s legacy, celebrating those who demonstrate exceptional ability in guiding their teams and achieving remarkable success on the field. This esteemed accolade ensures that Munger’s impact on the sport continues to be acknowledged and celebrated. Finalists will be announced on Dec. 8, and the winner of the 2025 George Munger Award will be announced on Dec. 30, 2025.
2025 George Munger Coach of the Year Semifinalist
Kalen DeBoer, Alabama
Kalani Sitake, BYU
Kirby Smart, Georgia
Brent Key, Georgia Tech
Willie Fritz, Houston
Curt Cignetti, Indiana
Bob Chesney, James Madison
Jerry Mack, Kennesaw State
Brian Newberry, Navy
Eric Morris, North Texas
Marcus Freeman, Notre Dame
Ryan Day, Ohio State
Brent Venables, Oklahoma
Lane Kiffin, Ole Miss
Dan Lanning, Oregon
Pat Narduzzi, Pitt
Sean Lewis, San Diego State
Mike Elko, Texas A&M
Joey McGuire, Texas Tech
Jon Sumrall, Tulane
Lincoln Riley, USC
Clark Lea, Vanderbilt
Tony Elliott, Virginia
Jake Dickert, Wake Forest
Elko Tabbed George Munger Coach of the Year Award Semifinalist – Texas A&M Athletics
