The Top Junior Tight End In North Carolina: Jaxon Dollar

Jaxon Dollar is a 4 Star recruit who plays Tight End at East Lincoln High School. Dollar is ranked as the 88th best recruit in the class of 2027 and is ranked as the #5 Tight End in the class as well. In addition, Dollar is listed as the #3 recruit in the state of North Carolina and is listed as the #1 Tight End in the state of North Carolina. He holds offers from schools such as Alabama, Georgia and Ohio State.

Who are some role models in your life?
My role models would have to be my two older brothers. They’ve done so much for me, supported me from the very beginning, and taught me the right way to do anything and everything.

What are the strengths of your game?
My strength is making contested catches. Whether it’s up top or across the middle, that’s where I thrive.

What is your favorite memory of your career?
My favorite memory would have to be scoring two touchdowns against our cross-town rival.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or against in your career?
I’ve played with and against some good ones, but I’d have to give credit to my QB, Grant Lawless—a Wake Forest commit. He’s done everything he can to make sure both he and the team get better every day.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?
The only advice I can give is to control what you can and leave the rest in God’s hands. Be yourself throughout the entire process, and the right fit will come—God willing.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?
I loved playing quarterback when I was about 5 to 9 years old. Scoring touchdowns and being the guy everyone looked to make a play—that was fun to me.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?
Meeting Anthony Edwards or Justin Jefferson would be pretty cool.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?
My favorite sports moment was watching Joe Burrow and LSU win the national championship.