Texas A&M has pulled off the recruiting heist of the 2025 cycle, landing five-star tight end/wide receiver hybrid Linkon Cure, the consensus No. 1 overall prospect. The 6-foot-6, 225-pound phenom from Goodland, Kansas, announced his commitment to the Aggies in a live-streamed ceremony Wednesday night, choosing College Station over finalists Oregon, Texas, Michigan, Alabama, and LSU. Cure, who flipped from an earlier Kansas State pledge, instantly vaults Mike Elko’s program to the top of the national class rankings and delivers a statement win in the SEC’s talent war.
Cure’s dominance is undeniable. As a senior, he torched Kansas defenses for 1,847 yards and 28 touchdowns while showcasing elite blocking and route-running that drew NFL comparisons to Travis Kelce. Ranked No. 1 by 247Sports, ESPN, and On3, his blend of size, speed, and physicality made him the most coveted player in the cycle. A viral Under Armour All-America Game performance—where he high-pointed contested catches over future Power 4 corners—cemented his status as a generational talent.
The Aggies won the sweepstakes through relationships and vision. Cure’s November official visit to A&M proved pivotal, with offensive coordinator Collin Klein mapping out a 12-personnel scheme built around his hybrid skill set. Texas pushed hard with in-state pride and a late NIL surge, while Oregon dazzled with facilities and uniform reveals. Michigan leaned on championship pedigree. Yet Cure repeatedly cited A&M’s “family feel” and Elko’s track record of developing tight ends as the difference. “They see me as the centerpiece,” he said.
The commitment carries massive implications. A&M’s 2025 class, already loaded with four-star linemen and speed, now owns the nation’s top signee and a projected top-3 finish. Cure’s arrival accelerates Elko’s rebuild, pairing him with quarterback Marcel Reed in a pro-style attack designed to exploit SEC defenses. For rivals, it’s a gut punch—Texas loses its top in-state target, Oregon misses a splash West Coast recruit, and Michigan’s Big Ten pipeline takes a hit.
In Aggieland, the future is maroon. Cure’s commitment signals A&M’s return as a recruiting juggernaut, fueled by upgraded facilities, deep booster support, and Elko’s steady leadership. As Cure prepares to enroll early, one thing is clear: the SEC’s balance of power just tilted toward College Station. Gig ’em—the No. 1 player is home.
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