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Abdul Carter
Penn State
HT:
6030
WT:
250
YR:
JR
POS:
ED
OVR RK
7
POS RK
CEILING POTENTIAL
2
Near Elite
OVR RK
PLAYSTYLE & SCHEME FIT
Abdul Carter's primary role at Penn State has been as a box linebacker, where he excels due to his remarkable physicality and agility. His quickness allows him to close space sideline to sideline effectively, making him a formidable force against the run. In 2023, Carter consistently aligned as an inside linebacker but also took over 100 snaps on the edge of the defense. These snaps included roles as a pass rusher and in coverage scenarios, demonstrating his versatility.
CEILING GRADE ANALYSIS
Near Elite (70-74)
A near-elite prospect is a player projected to become a significant contributor by their second year in the NFL. They possess high-level physical tools and athleticism, performing consistently and effectively. While they may have some minor weaknesses, these do not detract significantly from their overall game. These players are often selected in the middle of the first round and have the potential to develop into impactful players and future stars in the league.
Primary scout:
Brandon Lundberg
KEY STRENGTHS
Excellent Pass Rusher
High Level Athlete
Positional Versatility
KEY WEAKNESSES
Improve Man Coverage
Improve Open Field Tackling
Keep Improving Football IQ
PLAYER COMPARISONS
Micah Parsons
Brian Burns
Haason Reddick