Even though the Giants already have two established starters at the edge rusher positions, Carter has been viewed as a blue-chip prospect ever since the pre-draft process began in January. His presence alongside Brian Burns and Kayvon Thibodeaux gives the Giants an even stronger unit.

Is the writing on the wall for New York Giants rookie Abdul Carter to be the next generational defensive star to hit the Big Apple since Lawrence Taylor?

Abdul Carter had to do some serious work to end up with his rookie season jersey number with the New York Giants. First, he inquired about the No. 56 retired by Lawrence Taylor: Nope. Then, it was the No. 11 that he wore in college which is retired for Phil Simms: No again.