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Giants Rookie Erupts With NSFW Rant After Patriots Bench — Shows Why He’s the Team’s Future Star

Giants Rookie Erupts With NSFW Rant After Patriots Bench — Shows Why He’s the Team’s Future Star

Abdul Carter feels 'good' about his new number after selection drama -  Yahoo Sports

 

Abdul Carter was supposed to be a building block. On Sunday, the Giants’ rookie edge rusher instead became the emotional center of a franchise feeling the weight of a brutal season.

The No. 7 overall pick out of Penn State was benched for the entire first half against the Patriots by interim head coach Mike Kafka, a decision tied to what the team described as an internal accountability issue. By halftime, New York trailed 17–0. By the end of the day, Carter had returned, logged a sack, and reminded everyone exactly why the Giants see him as a cornerstone of their future.

What followed, though, stole the headlines.

Shortly after the loss, Carter took to X with a raw, uncensored, NSFW message that quickly went viral:
“Stop slandering my name real sht! & if you believe that bs you stupid!”*
The post targeted speculation surrounding his benching and instantly ignited debate across Giants media circles.

Carter later expanded on the moment in a more detailed statement, showing both fire and talent:
“They benched me, questioned my professionalism, and painted a story that wasn’t true. That’s disrespect. I crossed a line with my words, but don’t confuse emotion with weakness. I came back and made a play. Hold me accountable — just don’t overlook the talent driving this franchise’s future.”

Inside the building, the situation is more nuanced than the social media frenzy. This was the second time in three games Carter faced discipline, and Kafka emphasized team standards without drama, calling it “an internal team matter” and noting that Carter knows what’s required to be on the field. The message was clear: no player, no matter how talented, is bigger than the culture the Giants are trying to build.

This firm stance comes at a cost in a 2–11 season but signals a franchise finally prioritizing long-term identity over short-term comfort. Carter’s response, while controversial, also underscores his competitive edge and raw ability. He didn’t shrink under scrutiny — he delivered on the field, showing why the Giants invested a top pick in him.

Moments like this define careers. For Abdul Carter and the Giants, Sunday’s drama may not be a fracture but a turning point. With intensity matched by accountability, this rookie’s fire could help ignite a stronger, more unified future for a team desperate for identity.

NFL analyst and former QB Robert Griffin III caused a stir across the NFL after publicly apologizing to Lions star Jared Goff for posting false information on social media platform X (Twitter)
The NFL world briefly shifted its attention off the field this week when Robert Griffin III, now a prominent NFL analyst, issued a public apology to Jared Goff after posting incorrect information on X (formerly Twitter). The moment unfolded as Sam Darnold prepared for the first Super Bowl appearance of his career with the Seattle Seahawks. Griffin’s original post was meant to highlight the significance of Drake Maye’s rapid rise, claiming that the Patriots quarterback had reached the Super Bowl before several well-known franchise quarterbacks. In that list, Griffin included Jared Goff — a statement that immediately raised eyebrows among fans and analysts familiar with NFL history. Drake Maye made it to a Super Bowl before Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson, Justin Herbert, Jared Goff, Dak Prescott, Baker Mayfield and Trevor Lawrence. — Robert Griffin III (@RGIII) January 25, 2026 Within minutes, the post was flagged by X’s Community Notes feature. Users quickly pointed out that Goff had already appeared in Super Bowl LIII, leading the Los Angeles Rams at the end of the 2018 season. The correction spread rapidly, turning Griffin’s post into a viral example of how fast misinformation is challenged in today’s NFL discourse. Realizing the mistake, Griffin responded later that day with a short apology, acknowledging the error and taking responsibility. He followed up with a self-deprecating GIF, leaning into humor rather than defensiveness — a move that drew mixed reactions but diffused potential backlash. *Jared Goff did play in a Super Bowl. That’s my bad. pic.twitter.com/cOQMeKFwYt — Robert Griffin III (@RGIII) January 26, 2026 “I want to be clear about something,” Griffin wrote in a longer follow-up. “When you talk football publicly, accuracy matters. I missed one important detail, and that detail involved a quarterback who has earned his respect in this league. That’s on me. Jared deserved better than a rushed take.” The article revisits Goff’s Super Bowl appearance with the Rams, a 13–3 loss to the New England Patriots led by Tom Brady. That defensive battle is often viewed as a turning point, one that eventually influenced the Rams’ decision to move on from Goff in favor of Matthew Stafford. Despite what Griffin himself later jokingly called an “interception on social media,” he remained active online. He posted additional thoughts about Super Bowl LX, including commentary on a preseason NFL graphic that coincidentally positioned the eventual Super Bowl quarterbacks closest to the Lombardi Trophy. As the NFL turns its focus toward Santa Clara and the final game of the season, Griffin’s momentary misstep serves as a reminder of the scrutiny that comes with being a public voice in the sport. In an era where fans correct history in real time, even former quarterbacks aren’t immune — but owning the mistake can still earn respect.