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Phil Simms Resists Unretiring No. 11 for Carter

5/3/2025

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Phil Simms has opened the door for Abdul Carter to don his retired No. 11 jersey, but his family stands firmly against it. Simms believes that retired numbers should retain their honor, warning that unretiring them dilutes their legacy. Meanwhile, Giants legend Lawrence Taylor encourages Carter to forge his own path by selecting a unique number.

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Phil Simms has opened the door for Abdul Carter to don his retired No. 11 jersey, but his family stands firmly against it. Simms believes that retired numbers should retain their honor, warning that unretiring them dilutes their legacy. Meanwhile, Giants legend Lawrence Taylor encourages Carter to forge his own path by selecting a unique number.