Overview
- Carter was benched for the first defensive series vs. the Packers and the entire first quarter vs. the Patriots for missed team obligations, coaches said.
- Interim defensive coordinator Charlie Bullen called Carter’s response “pro-like,” noting he now comes in earlier, stays later, and watches more film.
- Interim head coach Mike Kafka said the rookie has been arriving by 7:30 a.m. post-bye, and Newsday reports he is in line to start Sunday against Washington.
- Despite just 1.5 sacks, analytics credit Carter with strong pressure generation, including 44 total pressures and an NFL-leading 2.21-second time to pressure cited by FTN Fantasy.
- Analysts say he must add pass-rush counters to convert pressures into sacks as Bullen’s more aggressive scheme and guidance from veteran Brian Burns offer growth avenues.