It is Big Ten media week, and James Franklin spoke to assembled media in Indianapolis to kick off the 2024 season.
One of the main topics Franklin discussed was junior [autotag]Abdul Carter[/autotag] switching positions from linebacker to defensive end. When Carter’s switch was announced, many speculated that he would not be playing linebacker in 2024, paving the way for younger players like Tony Rojas and Dominic DeLuca to see more playing time.
At Big Ten media day, Franklin clarified the change, stating that Carter will not be a full-time defensive end but will play both positions in 2024.
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“He’ll play both,” Franklin said about Carter’s positions. “We have the flexibility to play him in both positions. Week to week, we’ll decide where he will have the most impact for us.”
It sounds like Carter’s position change was not as big of a deal as people made it out to be earlier this spring, but it brings up some questions about how the linebacker core will look with Carter slotted in there.
Carter is an All-American type of player no matter the position, but it will be interesting to watch what position he plays most this year.