Andre Carter appears to be a prime outside linebacker in a 3-4 system. Carter came out of high school as a wide receiver, put on 50 pounds since and moved to the edge. He’s the best NFL prospect that the academy has produced in a very long time, if not ever. He looks like a legitimate first-round prospect who could very well find himself serving in the Army Reserves playing professional football with an executive permission.
HT: 6056
WT: 250
Year: Super Senior
High School: Westbury Christian (Houston, TX)
Rating: N/A
Andre Carter II scouting notes
Pros:
- Very quick.
- Decent long speed, especially for his size. Very capable of quickly disrupting the play in the backfield. Explosive first step.
- Solid body control.
- Wraps up decently well.
- Insanely good first step. Does a great job of getting his hands up to disrupt passing lanes as a pass rusher.
- Excellent pass rushing ability. Solid first step explosiveness, has a plan during the rep, and stays active with a strong motor. Good hand usage that he looks like he could improve to become great.
- Plays solid contain.
- Has the capability to play effective zone coverage.
Cons:
- Offers some power to his game, but not really in a “brutish” way.
- Has missed 22% of his career tackle attempts, per PFF. Doesn’t look particularly comfortable when making a tackle.
- Typically under pursues plays to the boundary.
- Average man coverage player.
- I would like to see Carter recognize and react to play concepts better. Stays true to his assignment.
- I don’t see a lot of instincts from Carter, as he is more of a disrupter.
