Overview
- Sanford, who went down late in the first half Saturday, left Kyle Field on a cart after trainers placed an air splint on his lower left leg.
- Officials ended the first half early following the injury, and sideline reporters shared video and details of the scene on X.
- Texas A&M had not released a diagnosis or return timeline as of Sunday morning, leaving the severity of the injury unclear.
- Sanford is a newly named captain and key defender who posted 57 tackles, 9.5 tackles for loss, 3.5 sacks, two forced fumbles and an interception last season.
- If he misses time, likely replacements include Ray Coney, Noah Mikhail and Jordan Lockhart, with freshmen Que Beck and Tank King possible depth options.