By April 7, 2025 – Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter is making waves ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft, with ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter reporting that Carter had breakfast with New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll on Sunday in State College, Pennsylvania. Schefter shared the update on X at 1:40 PM UTC, noting that Carter is also scheduled to visit the Giants in New Jersey on Thursday. The post included an image of Carter in his Penn State uniform, gesturing during a game against Ohio State, a matchup that showcased his dominance against top competition.
Penn St. edge rusher Abdul Carter had breakfast Sunday in State College, Pa., with New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll. Carter also is now scheduled to visit the Giants on Thursday in New Jersey, and he figures to be a top-3 pick. pic.twitter.com/cTvCwW7lSs
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 7, 2025
Carter, a projected top-3 pick, has been a standout for the Nittany Lions. ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. has praised his “overall impact,” even suggesting Carter could be the No. 1 overall selection due to his disruptive presence on the defensive line. The Athletic’s Dane Brugler also highlighted Carter’s potential in a November 2024 big board, comparing him to Micah Parsons and noting his transition to a full-time edge role under Penn State’s new defensive coordinator, Tom Allen. Carter’s speed and power were evident in games like the one against Ohio State, where he was key in pressuring quarterback Will Howard, as reported by the York Daily Record.
Brian Daboll, who has led the Giants since January 2022, brings a wealth of experience to the table. The 2020 NFL Assistant Coach of the Year from his time with the Buffalo Bills, Daboll is looking to bolster the Giants’ defense, and Carter could be a cornerstone piece. Reactions on X were mixed, with @Ian suggesting Carter should go No. 1, while @Killa11211 expressed skepticism about the Giants’ draft strategy, saying, “Giants meeting with everyone just to be trash.”
Carter’s visit to the Giants signals their interest in the 6-foot-3, 250-pound defender, who recorded 10 sacks and 17 tackles for loss in his final college season, per ESPN stats. As the draft approaches, Carter’s stock continues to rise, with teams like the Giants, Browns, and Titans—holding early picks—potentially in the mix. Whether he lands in New York or elsewhere, Carter is poised to make an immediate impact in the NFL.
