Carney is a physical and attacking defender at the second level with solid production as sophomore finishing the 2025 season with 107 tackles, 13.5 tackles for loss, and 3 sacks. Demonstrates that he can be a three down LB that can fill the run, drop into coverage, or rush the passer. Natural strength allows him to control engagement, lock out with strong hands, and disengage from blockers cleanly as he locates the football. Flashes a high football IQ consistently recognizing the flow of the play, anticipating run lanes, and taking efficient pursuit angles. Does a good job filling the alley tightly and maintaining positional leverage to avoid overrunning plays or creating cutback lanes. He’s a powerful pass rusher using heavy hands to defeat blocks and collapse the pocket. His skillset and production makes him a dependable three down defender capable of impacting both the run game and as a situational pressure threat.

Carney is a physical and attacking defender at the second level with solid production as sophomore finishing the 2025 season with 107 tackles, 13.5 tackles for loss, and 3 sacks. Demonstrates that he can be a three down LB that can fill the run, drop into coverage, or rush the passer. Natural strength allows him to control engagement, lock out with strong hands, and disengage from blockers cleanly as he locates the football. Flashes a high football IQ consistently recognizing the flow of the play, anticipating run lanes, and taking efficient pursuit angles. Does a good job filling the alley tightly and maintaining positional leverage to avoid overrunning plays or creating cutback lanes. He’s a powerful pass rusher using heavy hands to defeat blocks and collapse the pocket. His skillset and production makes him a dependable three down defender capable of impacting both the run game and as a situational pressure threat.