Seventh <a href="https://nypost.com/2025/04/14/sports/meet-ole-miss-two-way-star-j-j-pegues-perhaps-the-2025-nfl-drafts-most-unique-prospect/">in an 11-part series</a>. Coming tomorrow: Linebackers.&nbsp;

There are some lingering questions about who’ll be the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL draft: Miami quarterback Cam Ward or one of the two top position players?&nbsp;

Abdul Carter, the dominant Penn State edge rusher, has zero doubt who it should be.&nbsp;

“I feel like I’m the best player in the country,’’ Carter said last month at the NFL combine, “and the best player should be selected No. 1.’’&nbsp;

With Brian Daboll and Joe Schoen essentially coaching and GM’ing for their jobs this year, it makes most sense for them to draft an immediate impact player like Carter.{ai:summary}Abdul Carter, a standout edge rusher from Penn State, confidently asserts he deserves to be the No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming NFL draft. He believes he is the best player in the country, a statement he made at the NFL combine last month. The draft also features Miami quarterback Cam Ward and two other top position players as potential candidates for the top pick. #sports

‘Special’ Abdul Carter would give Giants a chance for a needed instant impact

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