Abdul Carter Unveils New Jersey Number for NY Giants Next Season
Abdul Carter will switch jersey numbers as he prepares for his second NFL season. The New York Giants confirmed the move on social media on March 20.
New number announced
Carter, who played linebacker as a rookie, will wear No. 3 for the 2026 campaign. The change arrives as he returns to New Jersey with the NY Giants next season.
Background on number choices
After the 2025 draft, Carter initially wanted No. 56. That number is retired in honor of Lawrence Taylor, so the request was denied.
He also sought No. 11, the number he wore at Penn State. Phil Simms’ family blocked that option.
- No. 56 — retired for Lawrence Taylor.
- No. 11 — blocked by Phil Simms’ family.
- No. 51 — chosen for his rookie year.
Rookie season recap
Carter was the third overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft out of Penn State. He finished his rookie year with four sacks and 43 total tackles.
He played his first season in East Rutherford and now heads into Year 2 with a new digit on his jersey.
Confirmation and coverage
The Giants posted the number update on social platforms on March 20. Filmogaz.com relayed the announcement soon after.
