Veteran safety Bryce Anderson departs, leaving a significant void in the Aggies' secondary. His departure shakes up the team's defensive stability.
Texas A&M's defensive depth is set to take a significant blow as veteran safety Bryce Anderson is expected to enter the transfer portal when it officially opens Friday.
According to reports, Anderson has informed the program of his decision after spending four seasons in College Station. With one year of eligibility remaining, the experienced defensive back now becomes one of the more intriguing portal options at his position, bringing both starting experience and postseason exposure to the open market.
Anderson's time with the Aggies was defined by consistency and physical play.
Over his career, he tallied 117 tackles, six pass breakups, two forced fumbles, an interception, and 1.5 sacks while serving in a variety of roles across the secondary.
He appeared in 11 games as a freshman in 2022, started all 11 games he played as a sophomore in 2023, and logged five starts across 13 appearances in 2024.
His most memorable moment came against Florida, when he jumped a pass from DJ Lagway and returned it 45 yards for a touchdown - a play that showcased his instincts and playmaking ability.
The 2025 season, however, proved more complicated.
Anderson appeared in only five games after suffering a neck injury against Notre Dame on Sept. 13. While there was speculation he might shut it down and preserve a redshirt year, he ultimately returned late in the season, seeing action against Florida and again in the College Football Playoff loss to the Miami Hurricanes.
Texas A&M finished 11-2 and bowed out of the CFP with a 10-3 defeat in that opening-round matchup, a game that underscored just how thin the margins were for a defense that relied heavily on veteran leadership.
Anderson's departure now leaves the Aggies facing the loss of one of their most seasoned defensive backs, even as the program has seen relatively limited portal attrition overall.
With only five Aggies currently expected to enter the portal, Anderson's exit stands out, not just for the timing, but for the experience and production walking out the door.