Meet Carson Crawford, a three-star linebacker from Carthage High School (Carthage, Texas) and one of the most productive and versatile defensive prospects in the 2025 recruiting class. At 6-4, 220, Crawford brings elite size, multi-position versatility, and strong on-field leadership to one of the top high school programs in Texas.
Recruiting Rankings (As of 12/1/25)
Three-star prospect by major recruiting outlets (four-star per 247 Sports)
Rivals: 87 rating | No. 95 LB | No. 158 player in Texas
ESPN: 77 rating | No. 57 LB nationally | No. 113 player in Texas
247 Sports: 92 rating | Four-star | No. 202 nationally | No. 11 LB | No. 31 in Texas
247 Composite: No. 473 nationally | No. 37 LB | No. 62 in Texas
Rivals Industry Ranking: No. 482 nationally | No. 41 LB | No. 63 in Texas
High School Career – Carthage High School
Crawford played four varsity seasons under head coach Scott Surratt and became one of the cornerstones of a powerhouse program.
Program Success / Accolades
57–2 career...