Veteran coaches with years of experience could barely control themselves when assessing what Carter will add to the Giants’ defense.

Something just feels different in that regard with the New York Giant's No. 3 overall pick and rookie edge rusher, Adbul ...

In a move that could redefine their defensive identity for years to come, the New York Giants selected Abdul Carter with the third overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

Carter, 21, on Thursday secured his first NFL contract, signing a four-year rookie contract for $45.3 million, all fully guaranteed. Included in the deal is a signing bonus of $29.5 million.

Abdul Carter is Favorited for 2025 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year It would only make sense that New York Giants linebacker out of Penn State would be the heavy favorite heading into 2025.

2025-26 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year odds. Abdul Carter, Giants: +250 (bet $10 to win $35 total) Jalon Walker, Falcons: +1000 (bet $10 to win $110 total) ...

Rookie New York Giants linebacker Abdul Carter (51) runs with a ball during the NFL football team's rookie minicamp, Friday, May 9, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Angelina Katsanis) ...

With a month to go before Giants training camp, we examine Evan Neal's future, the QB depth chart, the biggest position ...

While Abdul Carter's position tag reads outside linebacker, the Giants will not limit his reps to secondary duties or whenever Brian Burns or Kayvon Thibodeaux need a breather from the action.