History of Jalen Carter in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 6, 2026

Jalen Carter is an American football defensive tackle who plays professionally for the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL. He achieved unanimous All-American status in 2022 while playing college football for the Georgia Bulldogs, where he also won two CFP national championships. Drafted ninth overall by the Eagles in 2023, Carter quickly made an impact, earning second-team All-Pro honors in 2024 and contributing significantly to the Eagles' Super Bowl LIX victory.

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April 4, 2001: Jalen Carter's Birth

On April 4, 2001, Jalen Da'Quan Carter was born. He would later become a professional football defensive tackle.

2021: All-SEC Selection and National Championship

In 2021, Jalen Carter was selected for the All-SEC football team and won the National Championship with Georgia over Alabama.

2021: Vehicle Mention

The entry mentions the use of a 2021 Ford Expedition and a 2021 Jeep Trackhawk.

2022: Unanimous All-American

In 2022, Jalen Carter was recognized as a unanimous All-American while playing college football for the Georgia Bulldogs.

January 15, 2023: Fatal Car Crash Involvement

On January 15, 2023, Jalen Carter was involved in a car crash that resulted in the deaths of Chandler LeCroy and Devin Willock. Police believed street racing, involving Carter driving a 2021 Jeep Trackhawk and LeCroy driving a 2021 Ford Expedition, was a factor.

March 1, 2023: Arrest Warrant Issued

On March 1, 2023, an arrest warrant was issued for Jalen Carter for his involvement in the January car crash, with charges for reckless driving and street racing.

May 10, 2023: $40 Million Lawsuit Filed

On May 10, 2023, Dave Willock Sr. filed a $40 million lawsuit, in which Jalen Carter was named as a defendant.

July 13, 2023: Victoria Bowles Files Lawsuit

On July 13, 2023, Victoria Bowles, a survivor of the car wreck, filed a lawsuit against Jalen Carter and the Georgia athletic association.

2023: Declared for the NFL Draft after National Championship

After winning the 2023 College Football Playoff National Championship, Jalen Carter declared for the 2023 NFL draft.

2023: Signing with the Philadelphia Eagles

In 2023, Jalen Carter signed a four-year, fully guaranteed contract with the Philadelphia Eagles, worth approximately $21.8 million, including a signing bonus of $13.2 million.

2023: NFL Draft and Eagles Selection

In 2023, Jalen Carter was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles as the ninth overall pick in the NFL draft.

2023: Most Forced Fumbles Since Entering the NFL

Including the postseason, Jalen Carter's five forced fumbles since entering the NFL in 2023 are the most of any defensive tackle.

2024: All-Pro Honors

In 2024, Jalen Carter earned second-team All-Pro honors for his performance in the NFL.

2024: Pro Bowl Selection and NFL Fine

In 2024, Jalen Carter was selected to his first Pro Bowl. He was also fined $11,817 by the NFL for striking Connor Heyward.

February 1, 2025: NFL Fine for Slap on Tyler Biadasz

On February 1, 2025, the NFL fined Jalen Carter $17,445 for an open-handed slap on center Tyler Biadasz during the NFC Championship game.

April 2025: Refusal to Visit the White House

In April 2025, Jalen Carter was one of a dozen Eagles players who did not participate in the White House visit following their Super Bowl LIX championship.