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Pick of 'mauler' Membou kicked off Jets' NFL draft search for players who fit their new 'brand'

Armand Membou described himself as a mauler as an offensive tackle and that was one of the reasons the New York Jets liked him as the No. 7 overall pick in the NFL draft

8 HOURS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Misses four games in 2024 Carter recorded 24 total tackles (20 solo) and one pass defended over 13 games in 2024.

Impact Carter nursed a back injury for most of the regular season, which sidelined him for four games. Additionally, Carter played 384 fewer defensive snaps (647 snaps in 2023 compared to 263 in 2024) and made five fewer starts (six starts in 2023 to one in 2024), contributing to an immense decline in tackles (26 fewer) and passes defended (eight fewer) in 2024. The Duke product inked a three-year, $30.75 million extension with the Jets in September of 2024 and is under contract through the 2027 season. He's expected to remain one of the Jets' top slot defenders in 2025.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play against Bills Carter (back) is active for Sunday's AFC East clash against Buffalo.

Impact The 2021 fifth-round pick was sidelined in Week 16 against the Rams due to a back injury. Carter managed to end the week with consecutive limited practices, which was enough for him to be cleared to play Sunday. He will serve as the Jets' slot corner while Isaiah Oliver provides depth at the position. Carter has registered 23 tackles (20 solo), one pass defense and one fumble recovery across 12 regular-season games.

DECEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Could return in Week 17 Carter (back) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Bills, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Carter opened the Jets' week of practice as a non-participant due to a back injury, but he upgraded to limited work Thursday and Friday, giving himself a chance to return in Week 17. The Duke product is expected to serve as the Jets' top slot corner if he can play in Sunday's divisional matchup. If Carter is sidelined for his fourth game this season, Isaiah Oliver is likely to see increased snaps with the Jets' first-team defense.

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs limited practice Thursday Carter (back) was a Rich Cimini of ESPN.com in Thursday's practice, Rich reports.

Impact Carter didn't play against the Rams in Week 16 due to a back injury. He would avoid an injury designation heading into Sunday's AFC East bout against the Bills if he were to log a full practice Friday. Isaiah Oliver would be slated for an expanded role as the Jets' top slot corner if Carter is unable to play.

DECEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DNP on Wednesday's estimate Carter (back) was listed as a DNP on Wednesday's estimated injury report, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Carter was unable to play in Week 16 against the Rams due to a back injury he suffered against the Jaguars in Week 15. Wednesday's report was an estimate as the Jets didn't practice, so Carter's participation over the next two days will determine whether he'll be cleared to play against the Bills on Sunday.

DECEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Carter (back) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Rams, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Carter exited the Jets' Week 15 win over the Jaguars after sustaining a back injury, and he was unable to practice all week, making it no surprise that he'll be sidelined Sunday. Isaiah Oliver is likely to serve as the Jets' top slot cornerback in Carter's stead in Week 16.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still dealing with back issue Carter (back) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic reports.

Impact Carter was forced out of Sunday's contest at Jacksonville early by a back injury, and now his availability for Week 16 seems to be in jeopardy. He'll probably have to practice in some capacity Thursday or Friday to have a chance to play Sunday versus the Rams.

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still dealing with back issue Carter (back) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic reports.

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Sunday Carter exited Sunday's game against the Jaguars with a back injury.

Impact Carter did not record a statistic before exiting Sunday's contest. He totaled 23 tackels and one pass defended across 11 appearances coming into Week 15. In Carter's absence, it's likely that Isaiah Oliver will step in at slot cornerback for the Jets.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go vs. Arizona Carter (back) is active for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.

Impact Carter suffered a back injury in Week 8 against the Texans, but after logging a full practice Friday, he will be able to suit up for Sunday's game. Across seven regular-season games, Carter has logged 14 tackles (11 solo), one pass defense and one fumble recovery.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tagged as questionable for Week 10 Carter (back) was a full participant in Friday's practice, but he is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Carter opened the week with a DNP on Wednesday, but he has steadily increased his practice participation over the week, which culminated in a full session Friday. Even though he's listed as questionable for Sunday's game, the 2021 fifth-round pick appears to be trending towards being able to suit up.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Thursday Carter (back) was a limited practice participant Thursday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Carter suffered a back injury during the Jets' Week 9 win over the Texans. He opened the week with a DNP on Wednesday, but he was able to return for Thursday's session, indicating that he is progressing through the injury. If Carter is able to practice in at least a limited capacity Friday, he should be tagged as questionable heading into Sunday's game against Arizona.

NOVEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs DNP on Wednesday Carter (back) didn't practice Wednesday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Carter sustained a back injury in the Jets' Week 9 win over the Texans, and Wednesday's DNP suggests he could be in jeopardy of missing Week 10's matchup against the Cardinals. If the Duke product is unable to upgrade to at least limited participation Thursday or Friday, Isaiah Oliver will likely serve as the Jets' top slot corner Sunday.

NOVEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Carter (back) is questionable to return to Thursday's game against the Texans.

Impact The cornerback recorded one solo tackle before exiting. Carter has 14 tackles (11 solo), a pass defensed and a fumble recovery on the year. Kendall Sheffield is in for Carter since Isaiah Oliver is playing safety in place of Tony Adams (hamstring).

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Past back injury Carter (back) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Impact A back injury prevented Carter from suiting up for the Jets' last two games, but he appears to be over the issue and he should return for Sunday's game against the Patriots, barring any setbacks. While Carter and starting corner D.J. Reed are trending towards playing Sunday, the Jets could be without top safeties Tony Adams (hamstring) and Ashtyn Davis (concussion), both of whom have missed the first two practices of the week.

OCTOBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to open Week 8 prep Carter (back) was a limited participant during Wednesday's walkthrough, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Carter has been sidelined for the last three games due to a back injury he sustained during pregame warmups before the Jets' Week 5 contest against the Vikings in London. Wednesday is the first time since the injury that Carter has practiced, which is a step in the right direction for the 2021 fifth-round pick. Carter's practice participation over the next two days will provide a better idea of whether he'll return for Sunday's contest against the Patriots.

OCTOBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Missing another week Interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich told reporters Friday that Carter (back) won't play in Sunday's matchup against the Steelers, Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic reports.

Impact Carter sustained a back injury in pregame warmups before the Jets' Week 5 loss to the Vikings and hasn't practiced since, so it's no surprise that he'll miss his second consecutive game in Week 7. Expect Isaiah Oliver to serve as the Jets' top slot corner while Carter continues to work back from his injury.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jets Will Be Just Fine Defensively Without Michael Carter II New York’s slot cornerback won’t be playing Monday night, but that won’t be the worst thing in the world heading into Week 6.

OCTOBER 13, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Jets rule out CB Michael Carter II, LB C.J. Mosley could return The New York Jets will be without cornerback Michael Carter II when they host the Buffalo Bills on Monday night.Carter injured his back in p...

OCTOBER 12, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Won't play vs. Bills Carter (back) is listed as inactive for Monday's game versus Buffalo, Eric Allen of the Jets' official site reports.

Impact Carter has been able to play through nagging injuries for the entire season up to this point, but he'll miss his first game of the year in Week 6. In his stead, Brandin Echols should see increased work.

OCTOBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Carter (hamstring) will not practice Thursday, Ethan B. Greenberg of the Jets' official site reports.

Impact Carter suffered the injury in pregame warmups ahead of the Jets' Week 5 matchup with the Vikings. Luckily for the Duke product, the team doesn't play until Monday against the Bills, so he'll have an extra day to potentially recover in time to suit up.

OCTOBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hurt before kickoff Carter (hamstring) was injured during pregame warmups before Sunday's 23-17 loss to the Vikings.

Impact Carter never actually entered the game against Minnesota in London and was initially announced as doubtful to return soon after kickoff. In his place, Isaiah Oliver handled slot duties, recording six tackles, including a 1.0 sacks. The Jets next play Buffalo in Week 6 on MNF, which will give Carter an extra day to recover.

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hurt before kickoff Carter (hamstring) was injured during pregame warmups before Sunday's 23-17 loss to the Vikings.

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with injury Carter (hamstring) is doubtful to return Sunday against the Vikings.

Impact Carter exited early in the first quarter of Week 5's game in London. The Duke product's absence will leave the Jets down their slot corner, leaving Isaiah Oliver as the one likely to see extra opportunities while Carter is out.

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Pick of 'mauler' Membou kicked off Jets' NFL draft search for players who fit their new 'brand'