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Last Chance U’s Carlos Thompson on life and opportunities after Texas Tech

Netflix’s Last Chance U has become a phenomena among football fans. After two seasons following East Mississippi Community College, which shown many memorable characters such as head coach Buddy Stephens, current NFL player John Franklin III and current Texas Tech star linebacker Dakota Allen. This past season, Last Chance U made a change by featuring Independence Community College thus giving the viewing public a brand new group of players to fall in love with.

Former Texas Tech wide receiver Carlos Thompson quickly became a fan favorite. Thompson’s personality, intensity and humor made him a polarizing figure on the Netflix show and fans made sure to show their support on Twitter.