Football Bio –
Known for his towering 6-foot-6 frame, explosive initial step, and exceptional length, he emerged from Army West Point as a high-upside edge rusher and developmental quarterback hunter. As a graduate of the United States Military Academy (Class of 2022), Carter has a mandatory five-year military service commitment. NFL/Chargers summary: Enters the 2026 season with Los Angeles as a LB competing to define or expand his role.
HEIGHT
6' 6"
WEIGHT
256
EXPERIENCE
2 yrs
COLLEGE
Army
2026 Outlook
Carter landed on the practice squad as experienced edge depth. He remains a logical elevation candidate because he already knows the system and can contribute on both defense and special teams.
Career Highlights
Known for his towering 6-foot-6 frame, explosive initial step, and exceptional length, he emerged from Army West Point as a high-upside edge rusher and developmental quarterback hunter. As a graduate of the United States Military Academy (Class of 2022), Carter has a mandatory five-year military service commitment. Under current guidelines, his active-duty requirement is officially deferred while he plays in the NFL. Future Service: Once his professional football career concludes, Carter is slated to attend the Basic Officer Leader Course (BOLC) to serve out his commitment as a field artillery officer in the U.S. Army.
Personal Life
Carter was born in Murrieta, California, and later grew up in the Houston area as the youngest of five siblings. His parents, Melissa and Andre Carter Sr., were both athletes, and his father is a Chicago native who helped turn him into a Bears fan. Carter graduated from the United States Military Academy, and his Army service commitment remains an important part of his life beyond football.