Texas A&M is losing a significant chunk of its backcourt production this offseason, with Pop Isaacs, Ruben Dominguez, and Rylan Griffen all departing the program. To counter that attrition, head coach Bucky McMillan wasted no time securing one of the top guards available in the transfer portal.
When former All‑American Kansas State standout PJ Haggerty entered the portal, Texas A&M wasn’t viewed as the early favorite. Most projections pointed toward LSU as his likely destination. But once the dust settled, the Aggies emerged as the surprise winner in his recruitment.
Haggerty brings an elite scoring punch to Aggieland, averaging over 20 points per game in each of the last three seasons, including 23.4 points this past year. As A&M’s first portal addition of the cycle, it’s a statement move and one that immediately raises the ceiling of McMillan’s 2026–27 roster.
There will naturally be questions about how Haggerty fits into Bucky Ball’s high‑tempo, full‑court system, but players with his scoring profile tend to carve out a role quickly. His ability to create offense at all three levels gives the Aggies a proven go‑to option as they rebuild their guard rotation.
The news sent shockwaves through the fanbase, with Aggie fans and national media alike flooding social platforms to react to the major pickup. Below are some of the best reactions to the news.
PJ is ready to get started in Aggieland
Aggies bring in the fourth-ranked scorer from last season
Big portal win for A&M
Coach Bucky McMillan will find a way to make the most out of Haggerty’s talent
Not only can he score, but he also creates opportunities for teammates
A&M’s first portal commitment is a really good one
Strong start to a roster rebuild for 2026-27
Bucky Ball!!
A&M gets one of its top priorities out of the portal
Buckets are coming to Aggieland
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