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Giants’ Abdul Carter Embraces Challenge After Denied Iconic Jersey Numbers

The No. 3 overall pick vows to work harder after Lawrence Taylor declines to unretire No. 56, while No. 11 remains retired for Phil Simms.

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Overview

  • The New York Giants selected Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter with the No. 3 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
  • Carter expressed interest in wearing No. 56, retired in honor of Lawrence Taylor, but Taylor declined to unretire the number.
  • Carter’s college number, 11, is also retired by the Giants to honor quarterback Phil Simms, leaving his jersey choice undecided.
  • In a social media post, Carter pledged to channel the rejection into motivation, expressing respect for Taylor’s legacy.
  • The Giants also traded back into the first round to select Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart, signaling a strategic rebuild under coach Brian Daboll.