Sedrick Alexander News, Rumors, Updates - Vanderbilt Commodores

Sedrick Alexander, MK Young Taking a Step Into Leadership The running back duo is now among the eldest guys on the team and bears more of a leadership role this year.

MARCH 28 • SI.COM

Minimal usage in bowl loss Alexander had three rushes for seven yards and gathered in 3 of 4 targets for 19 yards during Wednesday's 34-27 loss against Iowa.

Impact Alexander barely utilized on the ground in the loss to the Hawkeyes, logging a season-low three rushes for seven yards. The junior ball carrier luckily salvaged his performance with three grabs for 19 yards, but he still finished with an underwhelming stat line. He'll close out the entirety of this campaign with 106 rushes for 570 yards and 11 touchdowns, along with 19 receptions for 200 yards and four touchdowns. Alexander has one year of eligibility remaining after three years with Vandy behind him.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Goes over 100 in win Alexander totaled 10 rushes for 115 yards and three touchdowns during Saturday's 45-24 victory against Tennessee.

Impact The junior back proved explosive, capable of breaking long runs and finishing drives - especially late when defenses wear down. While he may face timeshare in the backfield, his big-play speed and red-zone value make him a valuable secondary rushing option in this offense. For fantasy lineups, Alexander offers upside as a deep sleeper with boom potential, particularly in games where Vanderbilt dominates possession. He totaled 103 carries for 563 yards and 11 touchdowns while reeling in 16 reception for 181 yards and four scores.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pavia passes, runs for TDs, No. 12 Vanderbilt beats rival No. 18 Tennessee for 1st 10-win season

Diego Pavia threw for 268 yards and a touchdown and ran for 165 yards and another score to lead No. 12 Vanderbilt to a 45-24 win over No. 18 Tennessee

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Shows receiving ability in win Alexander logged four rushes for seven yards and hauled in 4 of 5 targets for 59 yards during Saturday's 45-17 victory over Kentucky.

Impact The junior back made his biggest impact as a receiver, turning short passes into chunk gains and finishing with a season-high 59 receiving yards despite limited work on the ground. Heading into the next matchup, Alexander will look to get in rhythm through the ground and bounce back from this performance where he averaged less than two yards-per-carry.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Two scores in win Alexander notched 10 carries for 39 yards and two touchdowns and hauled in their only target for 13 yards during Saturday's 45-38 overtime victory versus Auburn.

Impact While the yardage was modest, Alexander's two scores show he remains Vanderbilt's go-to option in the red zone and short-yardage situations. The touchdowns help maintain his value in the offense, especially as he builds momentum going into the Kentucky matchup where finishing drives will be key.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Diego Pavia throws TD pass in OT and No. 15 Vanderbilt holds off Auburn 45-38

Diego Pavia threw a 4-yard pass to Cole Spence in overtime, and No. 15 Vanderbilt rallied from a 10-point deficit to beat Auburn 45-38

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Abismal outing in loss Alexander tallied five rushes for 11 yards and caught 1 of 2 targets for one yard during Saturday's 34-31 loss against Texas.

Impact This outing was underwhelming for Alexander compared to his earlier big-play runs, as he averaged below 2.5 yards-per-carry. The junior running back will work to bounce back against Auburn.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in win Alexander recorded 10 carries for 27 yards during Saturday's 17-10 win against Missouri.

Impact The junior back finished below 30 rushing yards, marking his second lowest total of the season. Alexander will look to bounce back against a strong Texas defense at home during Saturday's meeting.

OCTOBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Diego Pavia's Go-Ahead Touchdown Lifts No. 10 Vanderbilt Past No. 15 Missouri

Commodores QB Diego Pavia led his team to a win over Missouri on Saturday to extend Vanderbilt's best start since 1941.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Diego Pavia's Go-Ahead Touchdown Lifts No. 10 Vanderbilt Past No. 15 Missouri

No. 10 Vanderbilt edges No. 15 Missouri for Commodores' best start since 1941

Diego Pavia dove across the goal line for a 1-yard touchdown with 1:52 left as No. 10 Vanderbilt beat 15th-ranked Missouri 17-10 Saturday to extend the Commodores’ best start in mo...

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Finds pay dirt in win Alexander had 14 carries for 45 yards and one touchdown and gathered in all two targets for 16 yards during Saturday's 31-24 win against LSU.

Impact The junior back provided the short-yardage finishing ability the offense needed, converting in critical red-zone situations and helping sustain Vanderbilt's possession advantage. Alexander has now scored in back-to-back outings, solidifying his role as the go-to option near the goal line. Looking ahead, his ability to convert short yards into points will be essential as Vanderbilt transitions into their next test against Missouri.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No. 17 Vanderbilt looks to bounce back against 10th-ranked LSU after Alabama loss

The 17th-ranked Vanderbilt Commodores feel they let a big opportunity get away in their first loss this season

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Tim Keenan delivered the halftime speech that got Alabama's defense on track vs Vandy Vanderbilt's first drive of the game on Saturday resulted in Sedrick Alexander running for a 65-yard touchdown. Leading 7-0, Vandy's second...

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • BAMAHAMMER.COM

Impressive effort in loss Alexander accrued four rushes for 76 yards and one touchdown and caught all three targets for 22 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 30-14 defeat to Alabama.

Impact The junior back made a huge statement with that 65-yard burst, breaking scheme and defense in one play, then followed it up with a second score through the air - giving him a multi-TD performance. Alexander has scores in three o his last four outings, cementing his dual-threat value as Vanderbilt readies for LSU on Oct. 18.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Vanderbilt Player Claims Commodores Will 'Dominate Down There in Tuscaloosa' Vanderbilt running back Sedrick Alexander scored two touchdowns during last year's upset against Alabama.

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • SI.COM

Modest output in win Alexander notched eight rushes for 33 yards and hauled in their only target for five yards during Saturday's 55-35 victory over Utah State.

Impact Alexander carried a smaller workload during this matchup as he finished his second lowest attempts total of the year. Although he did not score, the junior back managed to rush over 4 yard-per-carry and will aim to get more carries during the teams meeting with Alabama.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Two trips to end zone in win Alexander totaled three rushes for 13 yards and one touchdown and hauled in their only target for 10 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 70-21 victory versus Georgia State.

Impact The junior tailback added a short scoring run in the first quarter, contributing in the red zone. Alexander should continue to see healthy volume as he looks to build on this performance against Utah State.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Displays versatility in win Alexander recorded 13 carries for 41 yards and one touchdown and reeled in all two targets for 26 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 31-7 win versus South Carolina.

Impact The junior back scored early on an 18-yard grab from quarterback Diego Pavia to cap Vanderbilt's opening drive, showing his dual-threat value out of the backfield. Alexander's role in both the rushing and passing attacks gives the Commodores flexibility as they prepare for Georgia State next.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Vanderbilt knocks out Sellers, upsets No. 11 South Carolina to snap 16-losing streak vs. Gamecocks

Diego Pavia completed 18 of 25 passes for 177 yards and two touchdowns, Jamezell Lassiter ran for a 44-yard score and Vanderbilt hammered No. 11 South Carolina 31-7 on the road Sat...

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Off injury report Alexander (undisclosed) is no longer on the injury report for Saturday's game against South Carolina.

Impact Alexander was initially deemed probable for the contest, so his availability doesn't come as much of a surprise. Through two games this season, Alexander has accumulated 156 rushing yards and two touchdowns while adding 26 yards and a score through the air.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play in Week 3 Alexander (undisclosed) is probable for Saturday's game against South Carolina, per the SEC injury report.

Impact Alexander is enjoying an excellent start to the season with three total touchdowns in his first two games while also averaging an impressive 7.1 yards per carry -- he has 156 rushing yards in 22 carries. The probable tag suggests Alexander shouldn't have problems suiting up to face the Gamecocks on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores twice in win Alexander accrued 10 carries for 73 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 44-20 victory versus Virginia Tech.

Impact Alexander showcased burst with a 21-yard touchdown run late in the first quarter that gave Vanderbilt its early spark. Alexander will aim to build on this performance when he faces South Carolina in Saturday's meeting.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pavia, Vanderbilt rally for 44-20 win at Virginia Tech

Diego Pavia threw for 193 yards and two touchdowns to lift Vanderbilt, which trailed 20-10 at halftime, to a 44-20 win over Virginia Tech. Pavia completed 12 of 18 and threw touchd...

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Finds pay dirt in win Alexander accrued 12 rushes for 83 yards and hauled in their only target for 26 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 45-3 win against Charleston Southern.

Impact Alexander not only logged a solid 6.9 yards-per-rush but also delivered a 26-yard receiving score, demonstrating his versatility out of the backfield. The junior ball-carrier's will aim for another productive outing as he faces Virginia Tech in a road matchup Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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