The New York Giants haven’t had a scary pass rush in over a decade. Remember those Super Bowl runs where the defense dominated the quarterback with relentless pressure? That kind of intensity has been missing, with only occasional flashes of good play.

But that could change if the Giants decide to pick Abdul Carter with their third overall draft pick. He’s still a bit raw, not fully developed, but has a ton of potential. Standing at 6’3” and weighing 252 pounds, Carter brings top-tier athleticism. Last season, he racked up 66 pressures and 13 sacks in just 350 pass-rush snaps, showing how explosive he can be. While he’s still fine-tuning his skills, he has the potential to become a game-changer in the future.

The Giants don’t need to tear down their current defense to make this work. Players like Kayvon Thibodeaux, who was drafted in 2022, are continuing to improve, and Brian Burns, who was added to the team, is already a top pass rusher. Dexter Lawrence is a beast in the middle, constantly drawing double-teams. If they add Carter to the mix, the Giants would have a defensive line that could come at quarterbacks from all directions.

Picture this: Thibodeaux, Carter, and Burns all rushing the quarterback at the same time, with Lawrence taking up space in the middle. That’s a nightmare for any quarterback. Plus, Carter could rotate between linebacker and edge rusher, giving the defense more flexibility and allowing defensive coordinator Shane Bowen to get creative with the game plan. This would give the Giants a fast, aggressive, and relentless defensive identity — something reminiscent of their past glory days.

Picking Carter wouldn’t just be another draft pick. It could be a game-changer for the Giants’ defense.