Steven Curtis – Defensive Lineman, University of North Texas

Steven Curtis is a versatile and high-motor defensive lineman who recently joined the University of North Texas in January 2026. Standing at 6-foot-5 and 265 pounds, Curtis brings a potent combination of size, athleticism, and high-level experience to the Mean Green’s defensive front.

Curtis arrives in Denton following a stint with the Minnesota Golden Gophers, where he transferred in early 2025. Before making the jump to the Big Ten, he established himself as a dominant defensive presence at Illinois State. Over two seasons (2023–2024) with the Redbirds, he appeared in 25 games, tallying 54 total tackles (26 solo), eight tackles for loss, five sacks, two forced fumbles, and an interception. His breakout 2024 campaign, highlighted by 50 tackles and five sacks, solidified his reputation as a disruptive force on the edge and a reliable playmaker in the backfield.

A native of West Palm Beach, Florida, Curtis’s football roots run deep in the Sunshine State. As a standout at Cardinal Newman High School, he wore No. 8 and helped propel his team to an impressive 11-1 record during his senior season. He also starred at Dwyer High School, where his athleticism allowed him to contribute on both sides of the ball, including effective snaps at tight end while helping lead the team to an undefeated regular season.

With his unique blend of length and explosiveness, Curtis enters this new chapter at North Texas ready to make an immediate impact on the defensive line with his remaining collegiate eligibility.