Top NFL Draft Prospect Abdul Carter to Miss Penn State Pro Day Due to Shoulder Rehab

Projected top-three pick Abdul Carter continues recovery from shoulder and foot injuries, with potential private workouts planned for mid-April.

Abdul Carter, a leading defensive prospect for the 2025 NFL Draft, will not participate in Penn State's pro day as he completes rehabilitation for a shoulder injury sustained in the 2024 Fiesta Bowl.
Carter also dealt with a stress reaction in his right foot, diagnosed during medical testing at the NFL Scouting Combine in February, but opted against surgery based on medical advice.
Despite missing key pre-draft events, Carter remains a projected top-three draft pick and is widely regarded as the top defensive player in this year's draft class.
His agent, Drew Rosenhaus, has indicated that Carter may hold private workouts for NFL teams in mid-April as he progresses in his recovery.
Carter received medical clearance to resume training from Dr. Dan Cooper, the Dallas Cowboys' team physician, but his injuries have limited his ability to showcase his physical abilities ahead of the draft.