Abdul Carter didn't play early in the New York Giants' Monday night loss to the New England Patriots.
Reports indicated it was for disciplinary reasons.
Afterward, Carter was naturally asked about it by members of the media.
He kept his initial explanation short and sweet:
"S--- happens."
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Afterward, Carter did acknowledge that he "let his team down."
Q: For the second time in three weeks, you were without the starters..
— Connor Hughes (@Connor_J_Hughes) December 2, 2025
A: "Shit happens."
Q: What happened?
A: I ain't going to get into detail. Shit happens.
Q: Why, why Abdul?
A: You ask me the same question. I just answered it.
Those were the word-for-word, first… https://t.co/lfp63RSS9N
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The indication on Monday night from various reports is that this isn't the first time Carter has had to be reprimanded for not doing what the Giants need him to do.
It's obviously not an ideal situation. Carter was the No. 3 overall pick in April's NFL Draft out of Penn State.
His numbers this season haven't been much to look at. Some of Carter's underlying pressure stats aren't bad, but he isn't finishing plays with sacks.
He very well could still develop into a dominant force. But right now, between the drama and the lack of productivity, Carter isn't yet endearing himself to Giants fans.
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