Abdul Carter lands with the New York Giants as the No. 3 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft and sticks with No. 51. A Penn State star who posted 68 tackles, 12 sacks, two forced fumbles and four passes defensed in 2024, Carter slides into New York’s edge rotation after Azeez Ojulari’s exit. His No. 51 legacy begins on a high note, with defenders and fans watching how he shapes a revamped unit.

The rookie flashed in preseason and figures to contribute immediately in sub-packages, with fantasy upside tied to sack production and forced-to-fumble plays. If he translates college success to the pros, Carter could lift NYG’s defensive scoring and give fantasy managers a rookie breakout to monitor all season.