Alex McPherson commits to Auburn The No.1 rated kicker out of Fort Payne knows where he will play on Saturdays. Posted: Jul 7, 2021 9:50 PM Updated: Jul 7, 2021 9:56 PM Posted By: Lynden Blake Alex McPherson valued churches, coaches and community when looking for his college home. The Fort Payne kicker, who is rated No. 1 in the country, committed to Auburn Tuesday night. McPherson spoke with WAAY31 Tuesday, he added Auburn feels like home. "I like special teams, so liking special teams is definitely a bonus, but yes I like churches, great town, great coaches, great school," McPherson said. "When they feel like family, definitely a big thing for me."