Texas A&M's Mike Elko channels Brian Kelly in postgame jab at reporters after Aggies' win over Auburn

In the aftermath of Texas A&M's 17-14 victory over Auburn, head coach Mike Elko took issue with the postgame questions from reporters. Elko's response channeled the famous "Go win the game" remark made by former Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly. Elko, who was hired as the Aggies' head coach in December 2021, seemed frustrated by the line of questioning, which focused on the team's struggles and narrow margin of victory against an unranked opponent. He emphasized that the win was the most important outcome, regardless of the perceived performance. The incident drew comparisons to Kelly's infamous exchange with a reporter in 2016, where the former Notre Dame coach dismissed a question about his team's underwhelming performance. Elko's reaction highlighted the intense pressure and scrutiny faced by college football coaches, particularly after close or unexpected results. The Aggies' victory improved their record to 5-2 on the season, but the postgame comments overshadowed the on-field performance and sparked discussions about the challenges of handling media interactions in the high-stakes world of college football.