Texas A&M's Cashius Howell records historic 3 consecutive sacks vs Utah State

Texas A&M's defensive lineman Cashius Howell delivered a historic performance by recording three consecutive sacks against Utah State's quarterback Bryson Barnes, a feat not seen since Jack Cichy achieved it in the 2015 Holiday Bowl. Howell's relentless pass rush in the second quarter involved overpowering left tackle Jake Eichorn to sack Barnes for losses of 6, 7, and 8 yards on three straight plays, ultimately forcing a punt. Howell, a fifth-year senior, entered the game with 15.5 career sacks and had a career-best 9.5 sacks in 2023 at Bowling Green but had only four sacks in the previous season. Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko praised the rarity and impact of Howell's accomplishment, emphasizing the team's strong overall pass rush, which totaled six sacks in the game leading to a 44-22 victory. Howell described feeling a growing confidence after the first sack, entering a 'flow state' that helped him continue his pressure on the quarterback. This performance marks Howell as the first Aggie to have three sacks on three consecutive snaps and highlights his significant contribution early in the 2024 season.