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Giants Rookie Abdul Carter Delivers Breakout Game in Loss to Commanders

The No. 3 pick flashed his upside after weeks of added preparation.

Overview

  • Abdul Carter posted seven tackles, three tackles for loss, one sack, two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery in Washington.
  • His sack was a strip of Marcus Mariota, and a late forced fumble and recovery gave New York the ball at midfield with 2:38 left.
  • Interim coach Mike Kafka praised Carter’s effort, saying he prepared well, took accountability and needs to keep stacking good weeks.
  • Dexter Lawrence lauded the talent but stressed that one strong performance must turn into consistent production to approach greatness.
  • The Giants fell 29-21 for their eighth straight defeat as Brian Burns described Carter’s outing as a 'coming out party.'