He played college football for the Oregon State Beavers and was selected by the Minnesota Vikings in the third round, 72nd overall of the 2014 NFL draft.
Considered a three-star recruit by Rivals.com, Crichton was rated as the 44th best defensive end prospect in the nation and the 12th best player in the state of Washington.
He continued where he left off, recording 44 total and setting career highs in tackles for loss (17.5) and sacks (9), on his way to being named a first team All-Pac-12 Conference selection.
In 2013, he finished his season with 47 tackles, including 19 for a loss, 7.5 sacks and three forced fumbles, earning second team all conference honors.
[5] Rated as one of the best prospects at his position (defensive end), Crichton was projected as a second-round draft choice by CBSSports.com.