The East-West Shrine Bowl is more than just an all-star game - it’s a proving ground. A stage where college football’s top prospects can show NFL scouts they’re more than just stats on paper. And for five former Texas A&M players, Tuesday night’s game at the Ford Center in Frisco is exactly that: a chance to turn heads and boost their draft stock.
Let’s break down the Aggie contingent set to compete in the 2026 edition of the Shrine Bowl, the longest-running college football all-star game in history. Linebacker Taurean York will suit up for the East team, while offensive guard Ar’maj Reed-Adams, defensive tackles Albert Regis and Tyler Onyedim, and defensive back Tyreek Chappell will represent the West.
Taurean York: The Aggies’ Tackling Machine
York is the only one of the five to declare early for the 2026 NFL Draft, forgoing his final year of eligibility - and it’s not hard to see why. He led Texas A&M in tackles last season with 72, showing off his sideline-to-sideline range and instincts.
Add in seven tackles for loss, a sack, five QB hurries, three pass breakups, and a forced fumble, and you’ve got a linebacker who knows how to make an impact at every level of the defense. His third-team All-SEC nod as a junior speaks to his consistency and production in one of the toughest conferences in college football.
Ar’maj Reed-Adams: The Anchor Up Front
Reed-Adams has been a rock on the Aggies’ offensive line the past two years. After transferring from Kansas, he locked down the right guard spot, starting 24 games and logging over 1,400 snaps.
That kind of durability and reliability is exactly what NFL teams look for in interior linemen. His second-team All-American honors from the Associated Press last season didn’t come out of nowhere - he earned them with a powerful, technically sound game that helped stabilize Texas A&M’s offense.
Albert Regis: The Steady Force in the Trenches
For Regis, 2025 was a breakout year. After spending the early part of his college career rotating in, he finally stepped into a full-time starting role and made the most of it.
He recorded 49 tackles, including three for loss, along with two sacks, three passes defended, and a forced fumble. Regis brings a blend of size, strength, and discipline that makes him a tough assignment for interior offensive linemen.
He’s not flashy, but he’s effective - and that’s the kind of player who earns a spot in an NFL rotation.
Tyler Onyedim: The Transfer Who Delivered
Onyedim arrived in College Station from Iowa State and wasted no time making his presence felt. He started all 13 games last season and was a disruptive force up front, racking up 9.5 tackles for loss and 3.5 sacks among his 49 total tackles.
His ability to penetrate and create chaos in the backfield makes him an intriguing prospect for teams looking for interior pass-rush upside. Onyedim’s quick transition to SEC play showed he can adapt - and thrive - against top competition.
Tyreek Chappell: The Versatile Defensive Back
Chappell’s path has had a few detours, but he’s shown resilience and versatility throughout. After starting his A&M career as an outside corner, he moved inside to nickel and adjusted well to the new role.
A torn ACL and MCL early in the 2024 season forced him to redshirt, but he bounced back strong in 2025, posting 34 tackles, three for loss, and four passes defended. His ability to cover in space and support in the run game makes him a valuable chess piece in today’s NFL defenses, where versatility in the secondary is gold.
What’s Next
The Shrine Bowl kicks off Tuesday at 6 p.m. CST, and for these five Aggies, it’s a critical step on the road to the NFL Draft.
The next big stop? The NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, running from Feb. 23 to March 2.
Then, all eyes turn to Pittsburgh for the 2026 NFL Draft, which begins April 23.
For now, though, it’s about seizing the moment in Frisco. The lights will be bright, the scouts will be watching, and for these Texas A&M alums, the opportunity is clear: show out, and show the league what you’re made of.