Class ADI Blog: Class of 2027 safety Alex Scott a hidden gem for Toombs County

While the state of Georgia is filled with some of the top-talent in the country in the Class of 2027, there are plenty of underrated guys in the class that have made huge impacts to their respective teams.
Toombs County safety Alex Scott is one of the few that deserves more attention ahead of the 2025 season.
After playing a large role in Toombs County’s first-ever GHSA Class ADI state championship a season ago in only his sophomore season, Scott and the Bulldogs won over 10 games for the second-consecutive season under head coach Buddy Martin and are gearing up for another run at the title in the fall.
Playing alongside 4-star Florida freshman defensive back Lagonza Hayward a season ago, Scott played a major role in the Bulldogs defensive unit as the two made for a dynamic pair in the backend of the state championship winning defense from Toombs County a year ago.
Last season, Scott recorded the most tackles on the team with 83 total tackles, 11 tackles for loss, two sacks and an interception in his sophomore season a year ago. The duo of Hayward and Scott made it tough for opposing offenses to attack through the air.
Standing at 5-foot-11 and weighing 180 pounds, Scott made his presence felt on offense as a running back finishing with the third-most rushing yards on the team, accounting for 338 yards on 28 carries, averaging almost 12 yards per carry and finding the endzone five times last season.
Scott showed off his versatility on both sides of the ball last year which led to colleges beginning to take notice as he earned himself a handful of offers.
Scott currently holds offers from schools such as Tennessee, Texas A&M, Missouri, Georgia Tech and Vanderbilt and still has two more seasons left to play before he has to make a decision.
Though he has spoken with many schools, a handful have caught his eye so far into his recruitment.
“The place that stood out the most was Tennessee,” said Scott. “They make sure their players are not only good on the field but also off the field. So far, I have visited Georgia, Georgia Tech, Tennessee and Vanderbilt.”
The Volunteers have made a great early impression on the young safety, but Scott knows exactly what he is seeking in his next school.
“I am looking for a place that is willing to work together and put the time and work not only on the field but off the field, because a team that is willing to do those things means they have the passion for the game,” said Scott.
Scott and Toombs County are looking to become the first-ever school to repeat as GHSA Class ADI state champions as the Bulldogs begin the 2025 season on August 15 at 8 pm at Dooly County.