Giants Add Edge Rusher Abdul Carter With 3rd-Overall Pick

The pick is in—and it’s a big one for the New York Giants. With the third overall selection in the 2025 NFL Draft, the Giants have selected Abdul Carter, the explosive edge rusher out of Penn State. Carter entered the night as a strong -1100 betting favorite to be the No. 3 pick, and the Giants made that expectation a reality.

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A dominant force off the edge, Carter is widely regarded as one of the best pass-rushing prospects in this draft class. Drawing comparisons to Dallas Cowboys star Micah Parsons, Carter’s skill set offers a disruptive presence in the front seven—a critical need for a Giants defense looking to contain NFC East quarterbacks like Jalen Hurts, Dak Prescott, and Jayden Daniels.

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Carter was a game-changer during Penn State’s College Football Playoff run, particularly standing out in the semifinal against Notre Dame. Known for his relentless motor and elite athleticism, he brings immediate impact potential to a Giants defense that ranked in the bottom half of the league in sacks and pressures last season.

NFL scouts believe Carter still has room to grow physically. With the ability to add 10 to 15 pounds of muscle without sacrificing speed or agility, his ceiling as a professional pass rusher is sky-high.

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By drafting Abdul Carter, the Giants have taken a decisive step toward reshaping their defensive identity. This pick adds much-needed firepower to New York’s defensive front—and gives them a cornerstone piece to build around for years to come.

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