Abdul Carter might be the best pass rusher in the 2025 NFL Draft, and that means the Penn State star should not have to wait long to hear his name in tonight’s first round. And when that call comes, Carter will be the latest in an impressive line of Penn State defenders to enter the league.

Just one day before the 2025 NFL draft, top prospect Abdul Carter dropped a giant hint about where he expects to play pro football. Carter, speaking to reporters at the Play Ball Football Clinic on Wednesday, indicated that he has the best feeling about the New York Giants, who will be third on the clock in the first round of Thursday's draft.

Here's the latest NFL mock draft projections for Penn State edge-rusher Abdul Carter, including his best fits and what scouts are saying about him.