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As Gator Bowl looms, Texas A&M's pass defense faces perfect prove-it opportunity against North Carolina State

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The sight of one of Texas A&M’s top defenders stretching on an empty practice field meant the final test for the Aggies’ defense was going to be even tougher.

While the rest of his teammates were getting ready for next week’s Gator Bowl against N.C. State, A&M senior safety Donovan Wilson was working with a team staffer on a different field. After practice, A&M coach Jimbo Fisher indicated Wilson will miss the bowl game while he recovers from hernia surgery.

Losing Wilson is problematic for most games. Against N.C. State, it’s even worse.

Throughout the regular season, the No.