Curtis Bannister grew up in Beckley, West Virginia, in a blue-collar household where hard work wasn’t optional—it was expected. Raised in Raleigh County, he learned early that success comes from grit, discipline, and showing up every single day. Football quickly became his outlet and his proving ground. At Concord University, a Division II program, Curtis developed into a dependable interior offensive lineman. Though he didn’t have the recruiting hype of Power Five prospects, coaches praised his leverage, hand placement, and run-blocking fundamentals. He built his reputation as a trench warrior—rarely flashy, but consistently reliable. His ability to read defensive fronts and adjust protection schemes showcased strong problem-solving skills that separated him from other linemen at his level. Now 26, Curtis is viewed by teams as experienced depth—someone who can stabilize the interior line when injuries hit or when a ground-heavy scheme demands physicality. While elite speed rushers can challenge him off the snap, his anchor strength and football IQ help him recover and compete snap after snap. Off the field, Curtis lives a disciplined, health-conscious lifestyle. He spends his downtime studying film, refining technique, and running offseason clinics for younger linemen looking to follow a similar path. Motivated primarily by financial security and long-term stability, he understands that every rep is an opportunity. His biggest fear is failure—not just for himself, but for the teammates depending on him to hold the line. Curtis Bannister may not command headlines, but in the trenches, he represents toughness, effort, and the steady heartbeat of a working-class competitor determined to carve out his place in the game.