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Texas A&M has rescheduled the 2026 Maroon & White Game to 11 a.m. CT from 1 p.m. CT to avoid storms. The game will feature a chance for one fan to win $50,000 by making a field goal.
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Spring in College Station has already delivered its share of unpredictable weather, forcing multiple schedule adjustments for baseball and softball. Now, the forecast is impacting football. On Thursday, Texas A&M announced that the 2026 Maroon & White Game will kick off two hours earlier, moving from 1 p.m. CT to 11 a.m. to avoid potential storms that could trigger long delays or even a cancellation.
The shift also affects several gameâday activities, but one new addition stands out above the rest.
Yes, itâs real: one fan will have the chance to win $50,000 by making a field goal during the game. The spring showcase will also feature surprise guests, onâfield promotions, and multiple giveaways designed to elevate the fan experience.
The move is another example of how head coach Mike Elko continues to modernize the programâs approach to engagement. Increased access, creative fan incentives, and a willingness to adapt to the evolving NILâdriven landscape have become hallmarks of Elkoâs tenure. These efforts arenât just cosmetic; theyâre strategic, helping position Texas A&M as a forwardâthinking program in an era where visibility and connection matter more than ever.
With an earlier kickoff, improved weather odds, and a $50,000 opportunity on the line, Saturdayâs spring game should deliver plenty of intrigue as the Aggies take another step toward the 2026 season.
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This article originally appeared on Aggies Wire: Texas A&M moves Maroon & White Game to 11 A.M. due to weather
The game was rescheduled to avoid potential storms that could cause delays or cancellations.
The game will now kick off at 11 a.m. CT instead of the originally scheduled 1 p.m. CT.
One fan will have the chance to win $50,000 by making a field goal during the game.

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