Texas A&M's feared pass rusher Cashius Howell declares for the NFL Draft, ready to dominate on Sundays after a breakout season.
One of the cornerstones of Texas A&M's defensive front, Cashius Howell, has made his move in the 2026 NFL Draft.
He's closing the book on a college career that ended with him among the most feared pass rushers in the country. ...
And he's opening a new chapter as a member of the Cincinnati Bengals.
Howell, after a season that vaulted him into unanimous All-American status, goes to Cincy as the Bengals' second-round pick at No. 41 overall.
With a full-time role this past season, Howell dominated. He led the SEC with 11.5 sacks, routinely wrecking game plans and forcing offenses to account for him on every snap. By the time his college career wrapped up, he had piled up 27 sacks and 125 tackles, numbers that reflect both consistency and growth.
Now in Cincy, he'll join a rebuild line that features Giants ex Dexter Lawrence. Want a huge demand for Howell? He might be replacing sack superstar Trey Hendrickson, who left via free agency for rival Baltimore.
For Texas A&M, Howell's departure is a major piece of a broader defensive line reset heading into 2026. For Howell, it's the natural next step - a leap from productive contributor to elite collegiate force, now aimed squarely at Sundays.
And for the 12th Man, it's a goodbye rooted in appreciation, not uncertainty. Howell gave Aggieland his best football, saved his strongest season for last, and now leaves with his draft stock soaring.