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Penn State's Abdul Carter Drafted 3rd by Giants

4/26/2025

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Summary

Story summary

In a thrilling moment for Penn State football, defensive end Abdul Carter was picked third overall by the New York Giants in the 2025 NFL Draft, marking a historic achievement as the highest selection from the program since Saquon Barkley in 2018. Carter, a unanimous All-American, dominated the field in 2024 with an impressive 23.5 tackles for loss and 12 sacks.

History

Historical Context

Abdul Carter's selection by the New York Giants as the No. 3 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft echoes the franchise's history of impactful defensive players. In 1981, the Giants drafted Lawrence Taylor, a game-changer whose No. 56 jersey remains iconic. Carter aims to follow in that legendary path.

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Story summary

In a thrilling moment for Penn State football, defensive end Abdul Carter was picked third overall by the New York Giants in the 2025 NFL Draft, marking a historic achievement as the highest selection from the program since Saquon Barkley in 2018. Carter, a unanimous All-American, dominated the field in 2024 with an impressive 23.5 tackles for loss and 12 sacks.

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