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3 things to watch as Texas A&M begins SEC play: How will the Aggies fare as G TJ Starks' role continues to evolve?

COLLEGE STATION -- After finishing non-conference play with a disappointing 15-point loss at home to Texas Southern, Texas A&M (6-5) has its work cut out as conference play begins for the Aggies this weekend.

The Aggies open their SEC slate at home against Arkansas (9-3), who might be the best team they'll have faced this season aside from No. 7 Gonzaga, Saturday at 5 p.m.

Here are three things to watch as the Aggies' begin league action on Saturday afternoon.

1. How will A&M fare in top heavy SEC?

The Aggies were picked to finish 11th in the preseason SEC poll, but the conference is relatively open.