 In Sherrill's seven seasons, A&M compiled a 52-28-1 record.A&M also won three consecutive Southwest Conference championships during Sherrill's tenure, in 1985, 1986 and 1987.As a result, the Aggies played in the Cotton Bowl Classic at the end of each season, defeating Auburn 36–16 on January 1, 1986 and Notre Dame 35–10 on January 1, 1988, and losing to Ohio State 28–12 on January 1, 1987.