NFL Teams Intensify Evaluations of Injured Top Prospect Abdul Carter

Despite missing key pre-draft showcases, Carter remains a consensus top-three pick as teams like the Browns and Giants assess his recovery and potential.

• Abdul Carter, recovering from shoulder and foot injuries, continues to meet privately with NFL teams, including the Browns and Giants, for evaluations.
• Carter missed Penn State's pro day, further delaying his opportunity to showcase skills ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft.
• The Browns, holding the No. 2 pick, had dinner with Carter, signaling serious interest, while also evaluating quarterback options like Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders.
• The Giants met with Carter privately on March 28, joining the Browns, Patriots, and Titans in conducting medical assessments during top 30 visits.
• Carter remains a highly regarded prospect, ranked No. 1 overall by some analysts, with comparisons to NFL star Micah Parsons highlighting his elite potential.

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