Ethan Crisp

Class:
Senior
Position:
JK
Height:
6-3
Weight:
235
Prev School:
Vanderbilt
Hometown:
Mount Juliet, Tenn.

2025 (Jr.):

Conference USA Commissioner’s Honor Roll member
Saw playing time in all 12 games
Started two games (Bowling Green, James Madison)
Finished the season with 11 tackles (three solo, eight assisted)
Also added 1.5 tackles for a loss (2 yards)
PFF.com snap count: 246 (189 – defense; 157 – special team)
Ranked fifth on the team in special teams snap count plays
Season high three tackles against Bowling Green
Added a tackle for a loss at Bowling Green (1 yard) and a pass breakup
Assisted tackle at UTEP
Two assisted stops against New Mexico State
Solo stop at FIU
Matched his season high with three tackles at Louisiana Tech

2025 (So.):

Saw playing time in 12 games
Used primarily on the Flames’ special teams units
PFF.com snap count: 246 (94 – defense; 152 – special team)
Finished the season with seven tackles
Had a breakout game against Middle Tennessee
Finished the MSTU game with three tackles, including two tackles for a loss and a 29-yard interception return
Solo tackles for a one-yard loss against Buffalo in Liberty’s appearance in the Bahamas Bowl

Previous School:

Transferred to Liberty from Vanderbilt
Saw playing time in one game during the 2024 season (Auburn)
Member of the SEC Fall Academic Honor Roll

Prep:

Graduated from Mount Juliet HS in Mount Juliet, Tenn.
Three-star recruit as ranked by Rivals.com
Three-star recruit as ranked by 247Sports.com
Three-star recruit as ranked by On3.com
No. 29 ranked linebacker in the nation by Rivals
No. 22 ranked prospect in Tennessee by Rivals
Led Mount Juliet defense which held opponents to 19.7 points per game in 2021, fewest in Region 5-5A

Personal:

Son of Rachel and Jacob Crisp
Completed his Interdisciplinary Studies undergraduate degree in May 2026
Currently pursuing his master’s degree in exercise science and health performance
Birthday is November 30

Student-Athlete Q&A
What made Liberty University the right place for you to attend college/compete at the collegiate level?
I liked the place, it has great facilities and great people.

Is there anything special you do pregame or postgame and why?
I just listen to music and pray.

Who in your life inspires you and why are they such an inspiration?
My dad because he’s a great role model for me.

What is your most memorable athletic moment/accomplishment?
Working hard with my guys throughout preseason.

Favorite meal (breakfast/lunch/dinner) and what is that special meal?
My favorite meal would be french toast, bacon, sausage, hash browns, and eggs.

What is the first app you check on your phone each day?
Instagram is the first app I check.

What is your favorite hobby outside of athletics?
I like to go fishing and play video games.

Who was your favorite athlete growing up?
My favorite athlete was Ray Lewis.

What is your dream vacation spot and why?
Bora Bora, Maldives, or somewhere tropical.