Abdul Carter, benched by coach’s decision in Giants’ loss to Packers
In an unexpected turn of events during the matchup between the New York Giants and the Green Bay Packers, rookie Abdul Carter, selected in the first round, was relegated to the bench in the initial series of the game. The decision, made by interim coach Mike Kafka, was the result of an incident that occurred mid-week. Carter, who did not participate in the first six plays of the Packers’ offense, was present for the remaining 45 defensive snaps of the game. Kafka called the situation a “coach’s decision”.Carter was expected to start on Sunday in place of the injured Kayvon Thibodeaux. However, Tomon Fox took his place in the first six defensive snaps before the Packers punted the ball. Carter made his first appearance in the game on the kickoff return team, a role he has sporadically filled during the season.I made a mistake during the week that was detrimental to the team. That was the consequence. I have to live with that.
Abdul Carter
Carter, recruited from Penn State, has had a limited impact in his rookie season, recording a tackle and a quarterback hit on Sunday, in addition to accumulating only 0.5 sacks. The young player did not consider the incident a momentous lesson, stating that he is already aware that his actions have consequences.I love Abdul and what he brings to this team. The skillset he has, this kid loves football. I’m excited to see him attack this week of practice and keep working and growing and be the great player I think he is.
Mike Kafka
Brian Burns, veteran Giants runner, spoke with Carter about the incident, urging him to stay prepared. Burns did not consider the matter a major problem.I know. Anything I do is going to have consequences. That was the consequence. You have to live with that. Keep playing.
Abdul Carter
Burns added two more catches on Sunday, raising his season total to 13. Despite this, the Giants’ defense continues to show difficulties, especially in the final moments of the games. On this occasion, they allowed the Packers to advance and score the winning touchdown in the last five minutes. The defensive line, composed of Burns, Carter, and Dexter Lawrence, failed to make a crucial play. This raises questions about the future of defensive coordinator Shane Bowen. Kafka, when asked about possible changes in the defensive coordinator position or who calls the plays, did not rule out the possibility, stating that he will “evaluate everything” and everyone after the Giants suffered their fifth consecutive loss.It’s just professional, though. There’s not much to say. It’s not a big meeting or anything. It’s just between him and Kafka and it was handled. … It happened. It’s over.
Brian Burns
