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NFL Draft Rumors: Top Patriots Target Faces Ill-Timed Injury

Related Topics: Abdul Carter, Patriots, Adam Schefter

The New England Patriots have the chance to draft a game-changer with the No. 4 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter is an impact defensive pass-rusher that brings an incredibly disruptive impact to his team. The Patriots don’t have a player like that anymore and could be the elite talent for them to consider in the first round. Unfortunately for Carter, his stock could change due to new injury information.

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported late Wednesday night that Carter has a “stress reaction” in his right foot that could require surgery.