4-star RB Christian Alexander commits to Mississippi State to top 2027 class

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Mississippi State football has added its highest-ranked player in its 2027 recruiting class

Class of 2027 running back Christian Alexander committed to coach Jeff Lebby and the Bulldogs on April 16. He announced the news on social media.

Alexander is a four-star recruit in the 2027 recruiting class, according to the 247Sports Composite. His commitment is an in-state recruiting win for the Bulldogs. Alexander is from Rosa Fort High School in Tunica County.

He showed his versatility as a junior last season. Alexander used for more than 1,300 yards and 21 touchdowns, while also throwing 40 passes for 297 yards and three touchdowns according to Max Preps.

Alexander is 5-foot-8, 195-pounds, ranked as the No. 20 running back in the 2027 class, and the No. 10 player in Mississippi. He chose MSU over offers from Colorado, UCF, Cincinnati and Minnesota.

The Bulldogs are up to six commitments in their 2027 class. Alexander is the first four-star player, and the others five players are three-star prospects.

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