Alex McClelland brings dual-threat juice and local-hero upside for Rhode Island
In the 2026 season, McClelland has shown he can add value as a red-zone runner, including two rushing touchdowns in Rhode Island’s Week 0 win at Merrimack[10]. At 6-foot-2 and 215 pounds, he brings a sturdy frame, local toughness, and a scrappy development arc that fits a program willing to build patiently around upside[3][11]. The big question is passing polish—his early 2026 stat line is still light, but his athletic fit, competitiveness, and full-scholarship rise make him a compelling long-term QB target rather than a finished product[1][11].
