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Giants Rookie Abdul Carter Told to Forge His Own Legacy After Lawrence Taylor Declines No. 56 Request

Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor firmly denied Carter’s request to wear the retired jersey, urging the No. 3 pick to create his own path in New York.

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Overview

  • Abdul Carter, selected No. 3 overall by the New York Giants, expressed interest in wearing Lawrence Taylor’s retired No. 56 jersey.
  • Lawrence Taylor, a Giants legend and Hall of Famer, publicly declined Carter’s request, emphasizing the importance of building a unique legacy.
  • Taylor’s No. 56 jersey has been retired since 1993 in honor of his iconic 13-year career, which included 10 Pro Bowls and a unanimous NFL MVP award.
  • Carter, a standout linebacker from Penn State, earned First-Team All-Big Ten honors and was a Butkus Award semifinalist, highlighting his potential impact on the Giants’ defense.
  • The Giants also reunited Carter with former college rival Jaxson Dart, selecting the quarterback at No. 25 in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.