“Living my dream right now.” Yeah, Abdul Carter meant every word. And why wouldn’t he? The guy has been a wrecking force on the field. Now, with the 2025 NFL Draft approaching, Carter’s name is buzzing as a potential top pick. And honestly, it makes sense. He’s got the talent to single-handedly shift a game’s momentum. But here’s the real question: what team is ready to make a move for him in April?

In his college career, Carter posted 10 games with at least two tackles for loss and appeared in 42 games with 35 starts. His stats? Ridiculous. 172 tackles (104 solo), 23 sacks, 39.5 tackles for loss, five forced fumbles, and 13 pass breakups. Basically, a quarterback’s worst nightmare. And Carter? He’s not shy about it. He apparently believes he’s the best player in the 2025 NFL Draft. And if that’s the case, the No. 1 pick should be a no-brainer. With those stats and his presence on the field, the Penn State edge rusher is making a rock-solid case for himself.

Abdul Carter is locked in for the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay. And he’s got one thing on his mind: being the first player to shake Roger Goodell’s hand on stage. In an interview with ProFootballTalk, Carter made his goal loud and clear. He said, “It’s very important for me, That’s one of the goals I made before the season. It’s something I’ve always talked about. It’s what I’ve worked for.”

But the real question is, which team is landing him this year? Well, the Philadelphia Eagles might just be the team to watch. And no, this isn’t just speculation. Carter himself left a little hint about it in a recent interview with Bucknuts 247Sports. Could Philly be his future home?

In a recent interview with Bucknuts 247Sports, Abdul Carter kept it real. Journalists hit him with question after question, and he answered with his signature chill vibe. At one point, fans asked how he was handling the hype and growing demand around his name. His response was simple, he said, “Just be out here living out my dream, really just taking one day at a time.” He was also asked if he had met with the Buccaneers this week. His answer? “No.” 

But then came the real bombshell. When asked about the Philadelphia Eagles, Carter said, “I got to really enjoy my last year being a fan, you know, being from Philly—born and raised, supported Eagles for my whole life. Got to take my dad to the Super Bowl, just enjoying being a fan one last year.”  Wait… one last year? What does that even mean? Is he hinting at playing for the Eagles next season? Or is he talking about going against them? Either way, one thing’s for sure: fans can’t wait to see their favorite wrecking machine in action.

While Carter is soaking in the moment, there’s another team quietly making moves to land him, the Tennessee Titans. Unlike the Eagles, the Titans have already met with Carter. So, could Carter actually end up in Nashville instead of Philly?

Abdul Carter on potential move to the Tennessee Titans

The Tennessee Titans hold the No. 1 pick, and while they might go for a quarterback, Abdul Carter has a different take: they should take the best player available. And in his mind? That’s him. Carter made his stance clear: “I feel like I’m the best player in the country, and the best player should be drafted No. 1.” No subtlety, no hesitation; he knows his worth. 

And guess what? He’s already met with the Titans. ESPN NFL Nation reporter Turron Davenport confirmed it on X (formerly Twitter), writing, “Abdul Carter said he met with the #Titans and felt the meeting went well. He liked the meeting, knows they have the No.1 pick, and wants to be the top guy picked.” Another X account, The Draft Network, added: “Penn State EDGE Abdul Carter on the possibility of joining the Tennessee Titans: ‘They have the No. 1 pick and I want to be the No. 1 pick.’”. 

So, is Carter bound for Tennessee? The draft is unpredictable, but one thing’s certain. Carter makes sure his name stays at the top of the conversation. With his confidence and dominance on the field, teams know passing on him could be a massive mistake. The next few weeks will be crucial in determining whether Carter becomes the Titans’ next defensive cornerstone.