Texas A&M’s 2028 recruiting class will take center stage this fall as the Aggies’ 2026 season opener vs. Missouri State will be the first chance for coach Mike Elko and his staff to host a growing list of 2028 prospects, and after landing a commitment from five-star quarterback Donald Tabron II, the Aggies are on track to land several blue-chip playmakers, while their earley relationship with five-star DL Kellan Hall is beginning to pay off.
On Friday, Kellan Hall placed the Aggies on his Top 12 program list, joining Oklahoma, Kentucky, Ohio State, Michigan, Georgia, Tennessee, Miami, LSU, Notre Dame, Texas, and the Oregon Ducks, who all have a legitimate shot at landing the blue-chip defender, while the Aggies may hold the upper hand given Hall’s strong relationship with defensive line coaches Elijah Robinson and Tony Jerod-Eddie.
Back in early June, Hall spoke to On3/Rivals insider Sam Spiegelman, raving about his first visit to College Station, while stating that the Aggies are expected to receive another unofficial visit during one of the program’s seven home games in Kyle Field during the 2026 season.
“I was on campus for a few days, so really got the chance to talk to quite a few players and other recruits. However, the highlight was the camp and working with Coach E. Rob, Coach Tony, and Coach Malik. I really like how they are intentional about giving guys work during practice and every player has a coach working with them. I saw this during camp and at practice the day I arrived.”
Further stating that he will “definitely be back” for a visit, citing Texas A&M’s success in landing and developing top-ranked defensive linemen from the high school ranks and the transfer portal, especially after unanimous All-American Edge Cashius Howell and defensive tackles Albert Regis and Tyler Onyedim were selected in the second and third rounds of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Kellan Hall is currently positioned as the No. 1-ranked defensive tackle in the cycle. Here is On3 scout Charles Power’s analysis of Hall’s elite skill set heading into his junior season.
“Talented two-way lineman at the high school level who projects as a high upside talent along the defensive front. Measured at 6-foot-4.5, 273 pounds at the Rivals Camp in Nashville prior to his junior season. Has a large frame that should easily carry 300+ pounds as he continues to physically mature. Tests as an elite athlete, consistently running the 40-yard dash in the 4.8 to 4.9 range at national camps. A dynamic two-way lineman on Friday nights. Disruptive and productive as a defender in his first two years of high school action. Touts high-end speed-to-power ability, easily walking back offensive linemen to the quarterback with his bull rush. Has some budding pass rush moves outside of the bull rush and should continue adding to his arsenal. Capable of lining up at multiple spots along the defensive front. Backed up his strong sophomore season with multiple impressive showings on the camp circuit. One of the youngest top prospects in the 2028 cycle, turning 16 years old in June prior to his junior season.”
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