After his graduation, he signed as an undrafted free agent with the Cincinnati Bengals, spending the 2004 season as a member of their practice squad.
He spent the offseason with the Orlando Predators, but didn't see playing time until 2007 when he signed with the Las Vegas Gladiators.
[7] After graduation from Texas A&M-Commerce, Crawford signed as an undrafted free agent with the Cincinnati Bengals on April 27, 2004.
[13] Crawford also scored two touchdowns for the Silverbacks on the season, with one coming on the final play of a 22–18 victory over the Wisconsin Wolfpack.
Crawford recovered a missed field goal attempt and ran it into the end zone as time expired.
[14] Crawford was named second-team All-CIFL for his efforts during the 2010 season, helping the Silverbacks to a 4–6 record, and just their second playoff berth in franchise history.