AJ Alexander AJ Alexander 5'10" | 170 lbs | RB Dothan | 2026 AL  is an explosive RB out of Dothan who’s dominated the 7A the last few seasons.

“Alexander plays with terrific speed and elusiveness, great vision, and a lot of toughness that allows him to make huge plays on the ground. Alexander does a great job finding open lanes and navigating his way through defenses- he rarely takes on contact and can find yardage every carry he gets.“

This season, Alexander recorded 181 carries for 1786 yards and 27 TDs in just 10 games!

Soon after, Alexander signed with North Alabama, giving them a huge addition in their 2026 class.

It was a blast covering Alexander these last few years. He’s a talented player with a bright future ahead at the next level.

AJ Alexander AJ Alexander 5'10" | 170 lbs | RB Dothan | 2026 AL was unstoppable against Auburn, carrying the Dothan offense with a monster four-touchdown performance. He racked up 212 rushing yards on 27 carries, consistently breaking tackles and punishing defenders at every level. Alexander also showed off his arm, completing a pass for 51 yards to keep Auburn’s defense off balance. His vision and burst allowed him to find daylight even when lanes seemed closed. Each of his touchdowns came at crucial junctures, helping Dothan pull away in the second half. Alexander’s all-around dominance cemented his place among the state’s elite running backs.

AJ Alexander AJ Alexander 5'10" | 170 lbs | RB Dothan | 2026 AL is a dominant RB out of Dothan who’s been incredibly productive over the last four years.

“Alexander plays with terrific speed and elusiveness, great vision, and a lot of toughness that allows him to make huge plays on the ground. Alexander does a great job finding open lanes and navigating his way through defenses- he rarely takes on contact and can find yardage every carry he gets.“

Alexander was unstoppable against Auburn this week. He racked up 27 carries for 212 yards and 4 TDs, and one pass completion for 51 yards as well.

AJ Alexander AJ Alexander 5'10" | 170 lbs | RB Dothan | 2026 AL  is an explosive RB out of Dothan who’s consistently dominated each year of his career, making him our selection in the 7A.

“Alexander plays with terrific speed and elusiveness, great vision, and a lot of toughness that allows him to make huge plays on the ground. Alexander does a great job finding open lanes and navigating his way through defenses- he rarely takes on contact and can find yardage every carry he gets.“

A little while back, Alexander announced he’d committed to North Alabama! It’s been awesome covering Alexander over the last few years- I’m sure he’ll continue to find great success this fall and at UNA.

Last fall, Alexander recorded 214 carries for 1519 yards and 14 TDs on the ground.

Make sure you check out some of Alexander’s tape below:

AJ Alexander AJ Alexander 5'10" | 170 lbs | RB Dothan | 2026 AL is an explosive RB out of Dothan who has continually impressed us each year he’s started.

“Alexander plays with terrific speed and elusiveness, great vision, and a lot of toughness that allows him to make huge plays on the ground. Alexander does a great job finding open lanes and navigating his way through defenses- he rarely takes on contact and can find yardage every carry he gets.“

A few days back, Alexander announced he had committed to North Alabama! It’s been awesome covering Alexander over the last few years- I’m sure he’ll continue to find great success at UNA.

Make sure you watch some of his tape down below:

Alexander is a speedy, explosive running back who can change the game in an instant. His burst through the line of scrimmage and ability to accelerate past defenders make him a home-run threat on every carry. Alexander’s ability to make defenders miss in the open field, coupled with his strong vision, allows him to find gaps and rack up significant yardage. As a dual-threat back, Alexander also poses a receiving threat, making him a valuable asset in the passing game. His ability to make plays in all phases of the offense makes him one of the top playmakers in the region.

Alexander is a shifty, elusive back with game-changing speed and quick acceleration. His ability to make defenders miss in tight spaces makes him a highlight-reel waiting to happen. He excels at reading blocks and finding creases, showing patience before exploding through the line. His balance through contact allows him to pick up extra yards even when defenders get a hand on him. As he refines his receiving skills, he will become even more dangerous as an all-purpose weapon.

AJ Alexander AJ Alexander 5'10" | 170 lbs | RB Dothan | 2026 AL has emerged as one of the most dynamic backs in the state, combining speed and vision to create explosive plays. His ability to change direction effortlessly makes him a threat to score anytime he touches the ball. Alexander has shown great patience behind blockers, allowing plays to develop before hitting the hole with acceleration. He also adds versatility as a receiver out of the backfield, making him a dual-threat weapon for any offense. With his athleticism and football IQ, Alexander’s recruitment stock continues to rise.

Alexander is a standout talent with a low center of gravity and exceptional balance, making him a highly effective runner between the tackles. He has a unique ability to maintain his speed while cutting, allowing him to avoid defenders without losing momentum. Alexander is disciplined in his reads, showing a patience that’s rare for younger players, which helps him exploit gaps with precision. His physicality makes him a tough runner to tackle, often requiring multiple defenders to bring him down. Alexander’s combination of finesse and toughness makes him a valuable D1 prospect.

AJ Alexander AJ Alexander 5'10" | 170 lbs | RB Dothan | 2026 AL is a really talented running back out of Dothan that has consistently produced the last few years on the ground for his offense. Alexander has played really well this season and has cemented himself as one of the top running backs in the state’s 2027 class- this past week he had a phenomenal performance against Smiths Station and was a large reason why his team won 48-0. Alexander plays with some terrific speed and elusiveness, really good vision, and a lot of toughness that allows him to consistently make huge plays. Alexander does a great job finding open lanes and navigating his way through defenses- he rarely takes on contact and can find yardage every carry he gets. It was easy to see this against Smiths Station last week, he ended the game with 19 carries for 196 yards and 4 touchdowns on the game, consistently moving the chains and making scoring plays all night long. Alexander has been a really fun and talented player to keep track of these last two seasons, be sure to tune in and watch him play out the rest of this year!