Four-star TE commit Xavier Tiller thanks Texas A&M's Mike Elko for special gesture

Four-star tight end Xavier Tiller committed to Texas A&M in November, choosing Mike Elko's program over schools like Alabama, Georgia and Louisville. The Langston Hughes High School (Georgia) standout is one of 10 committed players in the Aggies' 2026 class, which ranks No. 2 in the Southeastern Conference and No. 4 in the nation.

Elko made sure to keep Tiller's commitment strong and visited him on Friday.

"Thanks @CoachMikeElko for stopping by and seeing me @AggieFootball #gigem," Tiller tweeted on Saturday.

In the 2024 season, Tiller recorded 25 receptions for 344 yards and three touchdowns. His sophomore season saw him post 25 catches for 352 yards and seven TDs, bringing his career totals to 52 catches for 728 yards and 10 TDs.

Tiller is the No. 6 tight end in the 2026 class, the No. 15 recruit in Georgia and the No. 111 prospect in the nation, according to On3.

Will Xavier Tiller flip from Texas A&M?

When committed players start to explore other schools, it often means that their commitment might not be firm. Despite being pledged to Texas A&M, Xavier Tiller has scheduled official visits to three programs: Auburn, Florida and Florida State. His visits kicked off on Jan. 18 with a trip to Florida State.

“I like how they have them moving around," Tiller said after his visit, via FSU Wire. "They move the tight end around like I do at my high school. “They will use their tight end pro style, like 12 personnel, flex out, mix and match on linebackers, get them one-on-one balls. I love that and they still block, too.”

Tiller visited Auburn on Saturday and will wrap up his tour on Feb. 1 with a trip to Florida.

Tiller was also visited by multiple coaches in the last few days, including Florida tight end coach Russ Callaway, Miami executive director of football recruiting Stephen Field and Auburn coach Hugh Freeze and tight end coach Ben Aigamaua.

These visits are expected to intensify, making it increasingly difficult for Texas A&M to secure Tiller. He has not yet closed his recruitment, so the Aggies' coaching staff must work diligently to maintain their lead and prevent him from flipping.