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Giants' Mike Kafka Benches Rookie Abdul Carter for Opening Defensive Series in Interim Debut

Carter said a mid-week mistake prompted the brief discipline, underscoring Kafka's emphasis on accountability.

Overview

  • Kafka called the decision a coach's choice and kept specifics in-house after the 27-20 loss to the Packers.
  • Carter did not play the first six defensive snaps, then logged the remainder of the defensive snaps and his first snap on special teams.
  • The No. 3 pick finished with one tackle and one quarterback hit and remains at 0.5 sacks for the season.
  • Veteran edge rusher Brian Burns said the matter was handled professionally between Carter and Kafka.
  • With Kayvon Thibodeaux sidelined, Tomon Fox opened the game on defense before Carter rotated in as the Giants evaluated personnel under Kafka's aggressive approach.