Summary
Abdul Carter carries a 87.0 dynasty score, ranking 27 at DL. His 4 sacks and 7 TFL in 17 games in 2025 indicate a high-end defensive talent with a trajectory that should continue into 2026 at 22 years old with 3 years remaining on his contract.
Projection Rationale
His 4 sacks in 17 games in 2025 indicate a high-end defensive talent with a trajectory that should continue into 2026. He is using his playing time effectively, as indicated by his Efficiency grade at the 88th percentile, and seeing a significant workload, with a Usage grade at the 83rd percentile. His contract situation, with 3 years remaining at $11,313,795 APY, suggests role security, but his decline in snap share may impact his ceiling.
Injury Risk
Abdul Carter had a limited practice in week 7 of 2025 and was questionable for week 18. At 22 years old, he has some risk due to his age, as suggested by his Verdict durability grade at the 75th percentile.
Opportunity Notes
His snap share trended up to 95.0% in week 18, but his playing time was inconsistent throughout the season. He is competing for playing time in a 3-4 defensive scheme with Dennard Wilson as the defensive coordinator.
Scheme Fit Analysis
Dennard Wilson coordinates a 3-4 defense with a 20.8% blitz rate. He benefits from the zone-heavy scheme, but his playing time is inconsistent.
Trend Assessment
Declining
His snap share trended down, especially in weeks 7 and 10, indicating a potential issue with playing time and a reliance on the team’s defensive scheme.
Ceiling / Floor
His ceiling is DL1-DL3, requiring consistent playing time and a strong season from the Giants’ defense. His floor is DL5-DEF2, referencing his Verdict trade value of 3,167 and the team’s defensive scheme stability.
Comparable Player
Jason Taylor, 1990-2007