Standout Linebacker Recruit Arden Alexander Discusses Oregon Ducks Offer

The 2028 prospect from IMG Academy talks about the significance of his early offer from the Ducks.

Feb. 8, 2026 at 8:55pm

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Four-star linebacker recruit Arden Alexander, a member of the class of 2028, has received an offer from the Oregon Ducks, one of over 20 offers the IMG Academy standout has already accumulated. Alexander discussed the meaning of the Oregon offer, the coach who extended it, and his hopes to visit the campus in the future.

Why it matters

Alexander is a highly touted prospect, ranked as the No. 83 player nationally and No. 7 linebacker in the 2028 class. Earning an offer from a prominent Power Five program like Oregon at such an early stage in his recruitment is a significant accomplishment that could open doors for Alexander down the line.

The details

Alexander received the Oregon offer on January 22 from Ducks wide receivers coach Ross Douglas. Douglas praised Alexander's work ethic and the way his coaches have spoken about him. The 2028 prospect is excited about the Oregon program, citing the team's prestigious status and unique uniform designs that he admired as a child. While Alexander doesn't have a visit scheduled yet due to the logistics of being at IMG Academy, he hopes to make it to Eugene in the near future to further explore the Ducks' program.

  • Alexander received the Oregon offer on January 22, 2026.
  • In the 2025 season, Alexander finished with 38 tackles, 32 of which were solo, while playing for IMG Academy.

The players

Arden Alexander

A four-star linebacker recruit in the class of 2028, currently ranked as the No. 83 prospect nationally and No. 7 at his position.

Ross Douglas

The wide receivers coach for the Oregon Ducks, who extended the offer to Alexander.

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What they’re saying

“It means a lot to me, especially because I always used to look at Oregon play on TV when I was a little kid, and it is just showing me that the hard work I have been putting in my whole life is starting to pay off.”

— Arden Alexander

“Coach Ross Douglas (Oregon Ducks wide receiver coach) offered me and left a message for me saying the way I work is unmatched, and the way my coaches talk about how I am individually as well was the cherry on top for him, and told me to keep working and to eventually get my up there on a visit to Oregon.”

— Arden Alexander

What’s next

Alexander does not have a visit to Oregon scheduled yet, but he hopes to coordinate one in the near future despite the logistical challenges of being a student-athlete at IMG Academy.

The takeaway

Earning an early offer from a prominent program like Oregon is a significant milestone for a highly touted prospect like Arden Alexander. This offer could be a springboard for the 2028 linebacker to garner even more attention from top college football programs as his recruitment continues to unfold.