Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko called the fan site TexAgs a “cesspool,” the article reports.

The blunt remarks drew immediate national attention from media and college football analysts.

A report cited in the article notes TexAgs is deeply tied to Aggie booster money.

Elko later apologized for his choice of words and said he regrets the comments.

He said he takes full responsibility, adding “I am the reason” for the team’s struggles.

Some commentators defended his broader point about toxic online environments.

Others said public figures must be careful when criticizing fan communities.

University officials have not announced any further measures over the incident.

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