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Glenn Erby

Jalen Carter aiming to win Defensive Rookie of the Year award with Eagles

Jalen Carter was the initial first-round pick to sign his rookie deal.

As the former Georgia All-American gets acquainted with Sean Desai’s system, he’s already manifesting huge goals.

Carter isn’t worried about being a starter from Day 1, but his main goal is winning the NFL’s Defensive Rookie of the Year award.

Asked about accomplishing the goal, Carter referenced listening and taking advice from veterans like Fletcher Cox, Brandon Graham, and others.

Carter and former Georgia teammate Nolan Smith have stood out through two training camp practices for their work ethic.

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