After parting ways with former Super Bowl champion Trent Dilfer following a rocky three-year run, UAB needed fresh leadership. Enter Alex Mortensen . But the UAB OC turned interim HC isn’t just filling a seat. The reason is apparent to see. Under his play-calling, the Blazers soared to 16th nationally in passing offense. Having coached since 2012, the 39-year-old brings a decade of experience to Birmingham. Hence, it’s Mortensen’s moment to prove the magic isn’t just in the playbook.

Who is Alex Mortensen?

Born on November 24, 1985, Alex Mortensen attended Landmark Christian School, where his football journey began. Then he went on to play QB at Samford and Arkansas. Although his college days went well, he went undrafted in the 2009 NFL draft. Despite that, Mortensen earned a shot wi

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