It is a do-or-die year for Kevin Sumlin, who heads into his sixth year at the helm of Texas A&M. Here are five key storylines for the Aggies this season.
Will the team perform well enough for Sumlin to keep his job?
Setting the bar high can be dangerous. The Aggies are clearly unhappy with how the past few years played out, especially since Sumlin's early success raised expectations. This was a persistent question last season, and following another disappointing finish in 2016, that pressure only intensified.
Now, another 8-5 season might not be enough for Sumlin to save his job.