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Aggies RB Earnest Crownover III Declares For NFL Draft

Following a 31-23 loss to the Oklahoma State Cowboys in the Texas Bowl, Texas A&M Aggies running back Earnest Crownover III says he will enter the NFL Draft.
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After a disappointing 31-23 Texas Bowl loss to the Cowboys on Wednesday night, graduate student and Aggies running back Earnest Crownover III announced his decision to enter the NFL Draft on X.

“First and foremost, I would like to thank God for blessing me to play the game that I love and for every opportunity he has afforded me along the way.

“To my family and friends, thank you for being with me each and every step of the way, your continuous support has not gone unnoticed. I will forever be grateful for everything that has been done to help me reach where I am today.

“To coach Fisher, coach Blackwell, coach Petrino, coach (Tommie Robinson) and coach Kerr- Thank you for putting your trust in me and giving me a chance to show what I am capable of. Thank you to all of the coaches who have helped guide me along the way.

“Lastly, thank you Texas A&M University! Thank you for making my time here unforgettable. Playing in front of the 12th Man… there is nothing like it!

“With that being said I am proud to announce – I WILL BE DECLARING FOR THE 2024 Draft.

Ernest Crownover III, 24”

Crownover transferred to A&M from Kilgore Junior College in 2020 and appeared in 39 games over four seasons. He registered 14 carries for 47 yards and three catches for 46 yards and two touchdowns through the air.