Penn State Star Abdul Carter's Status for Orange Bowl Remains Uncertain

The Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year is recovering from an arm injury as Penn State prepares to face Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff semifinal.

Abdul Carter, Penn State's All-American defensive end, sustained an apparent arm injury during the Fiesta Bowl victory over Boise State and did not return after the second quarter.
Head coach James Franklin expressed optimism about Carter's potential to play in the Orange Bowl but noted it is still too early to confirm his availability.
Carter, the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year, has been a dominant force this season with 21.5 tackles for loss, 11 sacks, and 63 total tackles.
Penn State will face Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff semifinal on Thursday, with Carter's status being a key storyline leading up to the game.
The Nittany Lions are preparing for the matchup with contributions from other defensive ends, including Amin Vanover, Smith Vilbert, and freshman Max Granville, in case Carter is unavailable.