(KBTX) - The nonconference matchup between Texas A&M and Tarleton for the 2026 football season has been canceled, A&M athletic director Trev Alberts confirmed with KBTX.

The decision to cancel the game was mutual and the programs will look to reconnect for a matchup again in the future, according to Alberts.

Good Bull Hunting’s Robert Behrens first reported the cancellation.

A&M already has nonconference matchups scheduled with Missouri State and Arizona State to go along with the new nine-game Southeastern Conference slate. The game with the Texans was originally scheduled for Nov. 21.

According to emails between Tarleton and Texas A&M obtained by KBTX, neither school will be on the hook for guarantee payments or cancellation fees.

A&M will have home games against Missouri State, Ari

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