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Antonio Carter, Jr

Defensive Line

2025 Class

6'2" Height

265 Weight

Lipscomb Academy School

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Antonio Carter, Jr is a 6'2" Defensive Line in the 2025 class. Carter, Jr attends Lipscomb Academy in Tennessee. Carter, Jr's Player Profile was created on October 18, 2021. Subscribe to Prep Redzone to see where Antonio Carter, Jr is ranked and what our scouts have written about them.

Expert Analysis

Chris Smith

Prep Redzone Lead Scout

One of better interior pass rushers from our #TN2025 class, Carter, Jr is an athletic guy that gets off the snap quickly then gets into the backfield to punish whoever has the ball. The Mustangs senior D-lineman does a nice job of getting into small creases quickly to find the backfield or use his active hands to shed blocks to chase down the ball. Another trait I like a lot about this Nashville area D-lineman is his closing speed. Carter, Jr shows some giddy up once he releases from blocks then chases down the ball with veracity. His ability to find the ball could be utilized at both defensive end or inside at the 3-technique. I like how this guy plays and I think he might have his best season yet this Fall as a senior.

2 years ago

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Chris Smith

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Strengths – Last season was a breakout year for this Nashville area D-lineman that displayed excellent handwork and the ability to rush the passer from multiple roles across the defensive front seven. The biggest strength that stands out about Carter, Jr is his quickness off the ball. The Mustangs senior D-lineman shows excellent burst off the snap that the opposition has a problem dealing with along with nice closing speed towards the ball. He does a good job of using his hands as well. Carter, Jr has quick but powerful hands that translate very well to the college game and will only become more violent as he continues to mature. This guy is one of the better interior pass rushers that I have seen in this state in some time. He is almost the perfect 3-tech D-Tackle that gets up the field quickly and disrupts plays. Besides his pass rushing prowess, Carter, Jr also does a good job at shedding blocks quickly, moving laterally or up-field to stop the run. Athleticism is a strong point for this D-lineman that could also play the edge within a 3-4 defense.

Development – Gaining more power and weight is where I see the work must be done. Carter, Jr is a naturally strong young man but gaining more weight along with added strength will give this disruptive D-lineman a chance to take on double teams better. Sometimes his burst can run him out of plays, so remaining more disciplined will grow his game further.

Overview – I really like this Nashville area prospect and what he can do on the next level. College coaches diagnosed this guy early on as a disruptor that could bring a lot of pass rushing upside to their defensive lines. He showed that in a big way last season and positioned himself now as one of the best D-lineman in state for the #TN2025 class. Carter, Jr may need a little time to adjust to the college game while adding the needed weight but I think he can make an early impact due to his ability to get after the passer. It could be an exciting 2024 season for the Mustangs senior as I don’t see many O-linemen able to block him and if they do, kudos to them because Carter, Jr is legit and a potential multi year college starter.

2 years ago

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Chris Smith

Prep Redzone Lead Scout

Playing alongside Jean-Charles sits this high motor interior pass rusher that put together a strong sophomore campaign that led to several big offers this off-season and pushed his stock higher into Power Five status. Carter, Jr shows excellent burst and get-off along with active hands and the mature understanding on how to get after the quarterback. This Mid-Tennessee talent also shows flashes of excellent work against the run. He does need to keep gaining more power and strength to stack linemen and chase after the ball carrier but the potential is certainly there. Carter, Jr isn’t the 6’4 monster like others out there but he makes up for it with athleticism, football knowledge and desire, which appeals to collegiate coaches.

3 years ago