New York Giants rookie Abdul Carter, the No. 3 overall selection in this year’s NFL Draft, originally aimed for iconic jersey numbers but now sets his sights on creating his own legacy. Carter will wear No. 51 during the team’s upcoming minicamp, after initially considering No. 56 and then No. 11, both of which were retired for Giants legends Lawrence Taylor and Phil Simms, respectively. Despite his efforts, Carter’s requests were turned down, leading him to embrace the opportunity of making No. 51 his own in Giants history. It remains to be seen if Carter will seek to adopt other significant numbers associated with Giants greats. The team emphasized that jersey numbers may change following minicamp, considering player preferences and roster adjustments.
