Aggies target five-star edge Zyron Forstall, showcasing Elko's development-focused pitch as recruiting momentum surges for the 2027 class.
Texas A&M’s 2027 recruiting class is still in its early chapters, but the storyline is already clear: Mike Elko is swinging big, and elite prospects are listening.
After securing four-star offensive tackle Kaeden Scott, the Aggies have positioned themselves to chase top-end talent across the board.
One name quietly gaining steam in College Station is Zyron Forstall, a five-star edge rusher who has emerged as one of the most coveted defenders in the country.
Forstall isn’t just another highly ranked prospect checking boxes. He’s the kind of player programs build recruiting classes around ... explosive, long, and already polished as a pass rusher.
Texas A&M’s pitch has been simple and consistent: development first, stardom second.
That message appears to be landing.
The Aggies have stayed in close contact with Forstall following his unofficial visit last fall, and conversations about an official visit are trending in the right direction.
Forstall has openly pointed to the way Elko communicates with recruits and, more importantly, how he shows them a clear vision for their role on the field.
That vision matters, especially for edge rushers.
Texas A&M has leaned heavily into recent success stories to sell its defensive development track, most notably Cashius Howell, who parlayed his growth under Elko into national recognition before declaring for the NFL Draft.
The staff has also highlighted younger players like Marco Jones as proof that the pipeline is still flowing.
Forstall will finish his prep career at IMG Academy, which means competition will be fierce. Every Power Four program wants a seat at that table.
Still, momentum matters in recruiting, and Texas A&M is firmly in the conversation alongside Miami as programs currently standing out.
What separates the Aggies is clarity. Forstall has emphasized the importance of being shown exactly how he’d be used and developed, not just told he’s a priority.
That’s a recruiting nuance Elko understands well.
Under Mike Elko, Texas A&M has made defensive development a calling card, and that reputation is starting to echo beyond current classes. According to national rankings, Forstall sits among the top ten overall prospects in the 2027 cycle, the No. 1 edge rusher, and one of Florida’s best.
There’s a long road before signatures are inked, but recruiting isn’t always about closing fast. Sometimes it’s about staying steady.
Right now, Texas A&M is doing exactly that ... and Forstall is paying attention.