Carson Knight Carson Knight 6'0" | 225 lbs | LB/RB Martinsburg | 2027 State WV has looked the part of one of the top linebackers in the state through the first four weeks, as a physical presence in the middle of the Martinsburg defense. The 2027 LB is a big, powerful athlete who added some significant size since last season, and that added mass has translated directly to his play between the tackles. Knight is at his best downhill, meeting blockers head-on in the run game and bringing the physicality needed to win at the point of attack. He welcomes contact and does a great job attacking the line of scrimmage. Knight has established himself as a tone-setter at middle linebacker and continues to show why he belongs in the conversation among the state’s top linebackers.

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The skill players grabbed plenty of attention in Martinsburg’s Week 2 win over Bridgeport, but the Bulldogs don’t come away with the huge win without 2027 LB Carson Knight Carson Knight 6'0" | 225 lbs | LB/RB Martinsburg | 2027 State WV anchoring the middle of their defense. Knight totaled 13 tackles and came up with a massive forced fumble inside their own 5-yard line, giving Martinsburg a much-needed stop against the Indians’ Single Wing attack. Knight’s physicality and play recognition at middle linebacker were on full display as he consistently diagnosed what Bridgeport was trying to do. Limiting a dangerous misdirection offense was a major part of the Bulldogs’ victory, and Knight was at the center of that effort all night.

RETURNING STANDOUT

2027 Martinsburg LB Carson Knight returns after emerging as a key contributor during his junior season. The Bulldogs have consistently produced standout linebackers, and Knight is ready to carry on that tradition as a leader of the defense’s second level. He brings a physical, downhill style of play and thrives attacking the football, fitting perfectly with Martinsburg’s defensive identity. With a full season of experience behind him, expect Knight to be one of the Bulldogs’ most productive defenders this fall.

Another 2027 Martinsburg product that emerged in his junior year at a position of need was LB Carson Knight Carson Knight 6'0" | 225 lbs | LB/RB Martinsburg | 2027 State WV . He’s the next in line at the position to produce a big year, where they’ve had several standouts over the past several years. Knight is your classic tough, physical middle linebacker who plays downhill and pursues the ball with urgency.

2027 LB Carson Knight Carson Knight 6'0" | 225 lbs | LB/RB Martinsburg | 2027 State WV has stepped up for Martinsburg in the playoffs, emerging as a key presence in the linebacker corps. After learning under talented predecessors over the past two seasons, Knight is now taking on a leadership role and making an impact on both sides of the ball. His growth and instincts were evident in early postseason games, signaling that he’s ready to be a cornerstone for the Bulldogs’ defense moving forward.

Martinsburg had a rare loss in week one, but 2027 LB Carson Knight Carson Knight 6'0" | 225 lbs | LB/RB Martinsburg | 2027 State WV proved to be a name to know this season and next. He’ll be stepping up at linebacker this season for the Bulldogs after waiting his turn the past two years. Martinsburg knows how to develop talented players at that position and had the 2024 Huff and Howley Award Winner there last season in Ace Flores, who has since graduated. Knight had some great proteges to learn under, and he’ll be the next in line, it appears, after game one.