Standing at 6’4″ with 280 pounds, Nic Scourton is known to have an impressive athleticism and quickness for his size. The Texas native who played in the 2022 Army All-American Bowl, racked up 136 tackles, 26 tackles for loss, 8.0 sacks and five forced fumbles – both in his junior and senior seasons. These stats themselves tell why he is a good prospect for the NFL Draft of this year.

According to prediction, Nic Scourton, who is among the three players from Texans, could be the next face to join the Carolina Panthers, Atlanta Falcons or Arizona Cardinals. All we need to do is wait for the moment. But it’s possible that for his parents, the wait could be the most nerve-wracking stretch of time – filled with hope, excitement, and endless anticipation.

Who is Nic Scourton’s father, Nicky Scourtonk?

Born on August 25, 2004 at Bryan, Texas, Nic Scourton is the older son of father Nicky Scourton. Besides him, the man is also a biological father to two more children, whom he shares with Nic’s mom, Ashley. Although the couple separated with each other, they continued to support their children in every phase of their lives.

After separation, Nicky and Ashley were locked in a custody battle. It was indeed a harsh phase for the older son, Nic Scourton, who was in his freshman year. But the worst came in when Nicky faced incarceration, keeping him away from his child. The custody battle and lack of parental guidance came as a storm for the player. He invested himself more in video games, playing all night. Sometimes, Nic, who was then 14-years-old, even skipped his school to catch up on sleep after hectic video game nights. All these resulted in his poor grades, angry personality, and even led to arguments with his mom.

But later, when Nicky was released from the prison, he became close to Nic. At that time, his son was reportedly in high school. According to the reports, after his release, the father remained actively involved in Nic Scourton’s football career. That’s the reason, the athlete once said, Nicky is his best friend. And now, the dad works as a real estate agent, besides emotionally supporting and professionally promoting his son on social media. His presence in Nic’s life is all for the player, but that doesn’t mean he is not close to his mom.

Who is Nic Scourton’s mother, Ashley Caraway?

“We came from a family that didn’t really have anything. But we tried to give my kids everything.” Nic Scourton’s mother, Ashley Caraway, faced countless struggles in her marriage. But no matter how tough things got, she never let it stop her from sacrificing for her children. For Nic, she was always there. They had their share of disagreements, tensions at home sometimes spilling over. But through it all, she remained his biggest supporter, never missing his football games.

Beyond being a devoted mother to Nic and his siblings, Ashley also worked tirelessly as a certified nursing assistant in a Bryan nursing home. As a single parent raising three kids, her days often started at 6 a.m. and stretched into grueling 16-hour shifts. It wasn’t easy. But she wasn’t alone. The Buban family, close friends of Nic, stepped in and became an unexpected source of support – eventually becoming his second family.

Nic stayed away from school for two days, trying to figure things out, after he had a fight with momma. Nic’s close friend, Andrew, first welcomed him into their home. But what started as a temporary refuge turned into something much bigger. Andrew and his family didn’t just offer him a place to stay – they gave him a home. Over time, the bond grew deeper, and Nic became more than just a guest. He became family.

Andrew’s father, Lane Buban, was the principal of Bryan High School. Along with his wife, Cindy, he legally adopted Nic, becoming his guardian. Now, Nic Scourton has not just one but two families standing firmly by his side, supporting him in every step of his journey!