Carter, 6-4, 301, has 45 NFL games with 16 starts, including time with the Bengals and Raiders. He profiles as interior disruptive depth with run-stuffing and pocket-pressure potential, offering the Cardinals a veteran presence to push for roster spots and occasional snaps in Week 1.

Carter, a Bengals third-round pick in 2022, logged 37 games there before a 2024 waiver and subsequent Raiders stint. Cardinals add interior pass-rush depth with his experience, offering rotational potential and a path to the 53-man roster if he acclimates quickly to Gannon’s front.

Carter’s exit mirrors LV’s confidence in its interior DL depth. The Raiders kept a robust DT group, indicating a front that prides on rotation and frontline pressure. His departure confirms the front office’s trust in other DTs to handle the load.

Zach Carter returns to the Raiders after contributing significantly in his first season with the team. His performance included 22 tackles and 1.5 sacks, with a strong finish in the last games boosting his stock. His signing reflects the Raiders' strategy to build a solid defensive front, retaining players who showed promise.