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Lions scouting report: Alex Carter

A look at Detroit Lions third-round pick Alex Carter and how he fits into the team's plans in 2015.

CB Alex Carter (Stanford) - Round 3, Pick No. 80

The Detroit Lions flipped over to the defensive side of the ball in the third round by trading up eight spots to get Stanford's Alex Carter. When the trade was first announced, most figured the Lions were targeting a defensive tackle, but they decided to address the cornerback position instead.

Measurables

Height: 6-foot-0 | Weight: 196 pounds

Stats

2012: 46 tackles, 3.