Alabama wide receiver Isaiah Horton has swiftly made his mark in the college football landscape by joining head coach Mike Elko and the Texas A&M Aggies. The transition occurred rapidly, with Horton visiting an Aggies basketball game against Oklahoma Sooners on Saturday and then officially committing on Sunday, according to CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz.
Texas A&M made a significant impression on Horton during his initial visit, leading to his decision to join a promising group of receivers. He is now poised to contribute alongside standout receiver Mario Craver, enhancing what the Aggies hope will be an electrifying passing attack. Standing at an impressive six-foot-four and 208 pounds, Horton possesses the physical attributes that the Aggies have sought after to improve their aerial game, which has faced challenges in recent seasons.
Under the tutelage of offensive coordinator Holmon Wiggins, Horton is expected to thrive. Wiggins has a successful track record of developing wide receivers into NFL stars, having worked with notable names like DeVonta Smith and Jerry Jeudy during his time with Nick Saban at Alabama. Horton’s background includes a solid performance at the Miami Hurricanes, where he compiled 790 yards and six touchdowns over three years. His transfer to Alabama for the 2025 season saw him excel further, finishing third on the team with 511 receiving yards and leading all receivers with eight touchdowns.
As Horton steps onto the field at Texas A&M, his addition comes at a crucial time for the Aggies as they look to enhance their offensive strategy. With the potential recruitment of highly sought-after wide receiver Cam Coleman still in consideration, Elko remains focused on building a competitive team around quarterback Marcel Reed. Horton’s arrival is seen as a strategic move to bolster an already talented squad and to achieve the success the Aggies are aiming for in the 2026 season.