Giants star has a chance to make the doubters look very foolish

The thing about doubters is that they can always be proven wrong. So, for anyone who's a perpetual doubter or naysayer, there could come a time when you eat your words. That would be the case with a New York Giants player this season.

Looking at the Giants' lineup, New York has a lot to be happy about right now. John Harbaugh has made big changes on this team, and he's looking to launch into the new season with a new look and attitude.

Now, one NFL analyst believes a certain player on the Giants' squad is going to have such a breakout season that he'll make it to his first Pro Bowl. He also believes this player will prove the doubters wrong.

Abdul Carter could prove his doubters wrong

In a piece published on Wednesday, Kevin Patra of the NFL's official website picks one player from each NFC team that he truly thinks will be a first-time Pro Bowler this season. For the Giants, he's going with Abdul Carter.

"It felt like far too many analysts dismissed Abdul Carter after it took time for the pass rusher to kick it into gear," he notes in the piece. "In the final five games of 2025, the rookie generated 3.5 sacks and averaged 5.8 QB pressures per tilt, per Next Gen Stats."

He adds, "Carter's speed and bend can be a difference-making weapon in a retooled Giants defense. In new DC Dennard Wilson's scheme, with better surroundings, the 22-year-old is primed for a leap year."

It's certainly the case that working with a new defensive coordinator could unlock the magic for Carter.

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