Colorado's 2027 football recruiting class added its fourth verbal commitment this week, a running back named Steven Alexis who has chosen to wear black and gold over a handful of Power Five programs. The unranked prospect from St. Petersburg, Florida, announced his decision on social media after a June 5 visit to Boulder, sealing a pledge that had been building through a busy recruitment cycle.
A boost for the Buffaloes' future
Alexis arrives with an impressive résumé: 1,113 rushing yards and nine touchdowns on 124 carries last season, plus eight receptions for 50 yards. At 6‑foot‑203 pounds he blends size and agility, giving the Buffaloes a versatile option both between the tackles and on the edge. The recruit had been courted by 19 schools, ultimately narrowing his list to Colorado, Pittsburgh, Illinois and Iowa before committing.
His pledge bumps Colorado's 2027 haul to 13 signed prospects, positioning the class at No. 35 nationally and fourth in the Big 12. Wide receiver Jaiden Kelly‑Murray is the only other skill‑position player to have committed so far, making Alexis the second offensive weapon to join the Buffs in this cycle.
Coach Deion Sanders, who has been reshaping the program since his arrival, highlighted the signing as a testament to the staff's ability to attract talent despite the team's unranked status. The commitment underscores a recruiting strategy that emphasizes versatility and character as much as raw statistics.
The Buffaloes' rise in the national rankings reflects a broader upward trajectory within the conference, where Kansas State currently leads the Big 12 with two more commitments. For Colorado, each new pledge adds momentum to a class that could reshape the team's fortunes on the field.