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Texas A&M Coach Aaron Moorehead Learns Lesson About Social Media and Recruits

On Wednesday night, we wrote about 5-star QB Tate Martell (Bishop Gorman HS/Las Vegas, NV) decommitting from Texas A&M. The aftermath of his decision irked several people, especially one of his would-be Aggie coaches.

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Texas A&M Wide Receivers Coach Aaron Moorehead — and the entire college football social media world — learned a valuable lesson from this.

When it comes to social media, do not publish your emotion-driven opinions for everyone to see. For example, right after a recruit sends out a sincere message about plans for his future, do not head for the nearest smart phone or computer and post your immediate reaction, especially if it might be negative.