BREAKING: Four-Star LB DaQuives Beck Commits to Texas A&M Over Oklahoma, Oklahoma State
In a significant recruiting victory, Texas A&M has secured a commitment from four-star linebacker DaQuives Beck, a standout from Carthage High School in Texas. Beck, ranked as the No. 9 linebacker and No. 151 overall prospect in the 2026 class by On3, chose the Aggies over Oklahoma and Oklahoma State .
Standing at 6-foot-1 and weighing 205 pounds, Beck had an impressive junior season, recording 102 tackles, 21 tackles for loss, five sacks, and two defensive touchdowns. His performance earned him the Defensive MVP title in the Texas 4A Division II state championship game, where he notched 10 tackles and a sack .
Beck’s commitment bolsters Texas A&M’s already strong 2026 recruiting class, which includes three-star linebacker Storm Miller. His decision reflects the growing confidence in head coach Mike Elko’s program and the defensive prowess that the Aggies continue to build .
Aggie fans can look forward to Beck’s athleticism and leadership on the field, as he brings both talent and a winning mentality to College Station. 
More News: Texas Tech's New Athlete Payment Plan Raises Big Questions Across College Football Texas Tech has made headlines by announcing a bold move in the college sports world—launching a massive $55 million plan to pay its student-athletes through a combination of NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals and direct revenue sharing. This move has quickly sparked debate across the college football landscape, with some praising the innovation and others warning of the consequences. The school merged its traditional booster organization, the Red Raider Club, with its NIL collective, the Matador Club, in an effort to streamline funding directly to athletes. This makes Texas Tech one of the first programs to fully embrace the NCAA's evolving approach to athlete compensation under the new rules set by the House v. NCAA settlement. The payment total rivals salaries of some professional teams, a fact that has caught the attention of programs and fans nationwide. While some applaud Texas Tech for stepping into a new era and giving players more financial opportunity, others are concerned about what it means for fairness, recruiting, and the spirit of college athletics. Critics argue that the move could lead to an arms race among schools, where success is determined more by funding than tradition or coaching. Questions have also been raised about how these funds will be spread across all sports and how this model will align with Title IX compliance. Supporters believe Texas Tech is simply adapting to the future, where athletes will be treated more like employees than amateurs. As more schools consider similar models, the Red Raiders could be setting the tone for what major college football programs might look like in just a few years. One thing is clear: Texas Tech’s decision is changing the conversation, and the rest of college football is now paying attention.
