History of Abdul Carter in Timeline

Abdul Carter is an American football linebacker for the New York Giants. He played college football at Penn State, earning All-American honors and being named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year in 2024. Carter was drafted third overall by the Giants in the 2025 NFL draft.

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January 2, 2004: Abdul Carter's Birth

On January 2, 2004, Abdul Jabar Carter was born. He would later become a professional football linebacker.

June 2022: Enrolled at Pennsylvania State University

In June 2022, Abdul Carter enrolled at Pennsylvania State University shortly after graduating from high school.

April 2024: Charged with Misdemeanor Assault

In April 2024, Abdul Carter was charged with a misdemeanor for allegedly assaulting a tow truck driver after his car was being towed for a parking violation. The incident resulted in the driver sustaining a fractured rib, and Carter was later placed in a year-long pre-trial intervention program in July 2024.

2024: Named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year and All-American

In 2024, Abdul Carter was named the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year and a unanimous All-American for his performance at Penn State.

2024: All-American and Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year

In 2024, Abdul Carter was recognized as a unanimous All-American and received the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year award for his performance with the Penn State Nittany Lions.

May 22, 2025: Signed with the New York Giants

On May 22, 2025, Abdul Carter signed a 4-year, $45,255,180 fully-guaranteed contract with the New York Giants.

2025: Declared for the NFL Draft

Following Penn State's loss in the 2025 Orange Bowl, Abdul Carter declared for the 2025 NFL draft, foregoing his remaining college eligibility.

2025: Selected by the Giants in the NFL Draft

In 2025, Abdul Carter was selected third overall by the New York Giants in the NFL draft, marking a significant milestone in his career.

2025: Attended Super Bowl LIX

In 2025, Abdul Carter, a native of North Philadelphia and a fan of the Philadelphia Eagles, attended their Super Bowl LIX victory in New Orleans with his father.