Barrett Carter - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Season-high 11 stops in Week 4 loss Carter posted 11 tackles (five solo) and one pass defense during Sunday's 22-17 loss to the Jaguars.

Impact Carter logged double-digit tackles for the first time this season, and his 11 stops were his most in a game since Week 12 of the 2025 campaign (16). The second-year linebacker is up to 30 tackles (14 solo), including 0.5 sacks, two pass defenses and one forced fumble through four regular-season games and has played every single defensive snap in that span.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

'Just Flat From The Whole Team' - Barrett Carter Ready To Dial Up Defensive Intensity After Steelers Speed Bump Barrett Carter continued his strong start to the 2026 NFL season individually against the Steelers, but it was a rough overall day for the B...

SEPTEMBER 28 • SI.COM

Barrett Carter gets absolutely roasted by Bengals fans and if only this was avoidable Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Barrett Carter continues to miss tackles at a rate that fans do not appreciate.

SEPTEMBER 28 • STRIPEHYPE.COM

Bengals' Carter's improved coverage, subpar tackling target for Steelers, Freiermuth The Cincinnati Bengals came into the 2026 NFL season counting on second-year linebacker Barrett Carter to improve over last year's rookie pe...

SEPTEMBER 27 • STRIPEHYPE.COM

Five takedowns in win Carter registered five total tackles (two solo) during Sunday's 20-6 win over the Texans.

Impact Carter was able to finish tied for fourth on the team in takedowns with cornerback DJ Turner, and one of his tackles was for a loss. The linebacker has played every defensive snap with the Bengals this season, and he figures to be on track for a big year if his workload remains that high.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

The Cincinnati Bengals Linebackers Flashing Big Improvement Following Week 1 En route to the Cincinnati Bengals’ 6-11 2025 record, a linebacker corps of rookies, Barrett Carter and Demterius Knight Jr. often found the...

SEPTEMBER 18 • SI.COM

NFL Best And Worst: From The Vikings' Pressure Cooker To The Rams’ Head-Scratcher

The opening week of the NFL season delivered stunning upsets and crushing heartbreaks. We drill down to pick the best and worst of Week 1.

SEPTEMBER 15 • FOX SPORTS

NFL Best And Worst: From The Vikings' Pressure Cooker To The Rams’ Head-Scratcher

Mayfield's three lost fumbles costly in 33-27 loss to Bengals

Baker Mayfield's three lost fumbles were the difference in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 33-27 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals in the season opener

SEPTEMBER 13 • Associated Press

Bengals' Barrett Carter-Demetrius Knight Jr. gamble looks brilliant after Week 1 Barrett Carter and Demetrius Knight Jr. made massive impacts in Week 1, validating the Cincinnati Bengals’ gamble on their young linebacker...

SEPTEMBER 13 • STRIPEHYPE.COM

Bengals force 4 turnovers, Burrow throws for TD in 33-27 win over the Buccaneers

The Bengals’ new-look defense forced four turnovers — including its first fumble recovery for a TD since 2022 — Joe Burrow passed for 254 yards and a touchdown and Cincinnati defea...

SEPTEMBER 13 • Associated Press

'You Can Go Digest Rat Poison' - Demetrius Knight Jr, Barrett Carter Eager to Perform After Criticism It's gameday for second-year Bengals linebackers Demetrius Knight Jr. and Barrett Carter. The hardened young players went through two of the...

SEPTEMBER 13 • SI.COM

1 terrifying matchup that could wreck Bengals' season opener Cincinnati Bengals linebackers Barrett Carter and Demetrius Knight Jr. face an enormous challenge in Week 1 against the Bucs' Bucky Irving a...

SEPTEMBER 10 • STRIPEHYPE.COM

Dexter Lawrence's interception provides highlight for Bengals in joint practice against Bears

In the most extensive action that the Cincinnati Bengals will get before the start of the regular season, defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence made his presence felt with an intercepti...

AUGUST 20 • Associated Press

Training Camp Report | X And O Day With Two Bengals Pros; Barrett Carter Yells It All Bengals safety Bryan Cook called Friday at training camp, “an above-the-neck day,” while LB Barrett Carter made the play of the day.

JULY 31 • BENGALS.COM

Two huge plays from Bengals camp send a warning to the league Cincinnati Bengals linebackers Demetrius Knight Jr. and Barrett Carter are giving fans plenty to be excited about early in training camp.

JULY 31 • STRIPEHYPE.COM

Quick Hits | Knight and Day at LB; Stewart Avoids Major Injury LBs Barrett Carter and Demetrius Knight Jr. are showing strides early in the second seasons, while DE Shemar Stewart seems to have dodged a...

JULY 30 • BENGALS.COM

2026 Position Primer: Linebackers Cincinnati's starting linebackers from a year ago, Demetrius Knight Jr. and Barrett Carter, return for their sophomore seasons in 2026.

JULY 16 • BENGALS.COM

Barrett Carter Refreshed, Ready to Respond in 2026 Season After 'Longest Year' of His Life Cincinnati's linebacker unit could make a big jump from Year 1 to Year 2.

JUNE 23 • SI.COM

Bengals' biggest liability gets candid about 'night and day' improvement Will Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Barrett Carter step up in the heart of the team's defense in his second season? He certainly believes so.

JUNE 18 • STRIPEHYPE.COM

Quick Hits | Orlando Brown Jr.'s Big Heart; Barrett Carter's 'Night And Day' Change As Bengals Get On Grass It may be the first and last time you see a Bengal run with a Raven this close to Paycor Stadium.

MAY 11 • BENGALS.COM

Bengals can't let Demetrius Knight, Barrett Carter prevent a Bobby Wagner signing | Sporting News The Cincinnati Bengals have a major issue at linebacker going into the 2026 season and Bobby Wagner is the solution to to fix it.

APRIL 28 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Even with Lawrence trade, Bengals still seeking upgrades to defense as they approach the NFL draft

Even with Saturday night’s trade for defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence, the Cincinnati Bengals will still be looking for ways to improve a struggling defense

APRIL 15 • Associated Press

Surpasses 100 tackles in 2025 Carter notched 106 tackles (53 solo) and four passes defensed, including one interception, across 17 regular-season appearances in 2025.

Impact Carter compiled impressive production for a rookie fourth-round pick, though the actual quality of his play left something to be desired. Though Carter earned an every-down role in defense as a rookie, it won't be surprising if he has to compete to retain a starting gig this offseason, unless he manages to take a substantial step forward in his development.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Joe Burrow's Bengals miss playoffs for the 3rd straight year

The Cincinnati Bengals had their worst finish since 2020 as they went 6-11

JANUARY 5 • Associated Press

Notches three tackles Week 17 Carter totaled three tackles (one solo) and a defensed pass Sunday in a 37-14 victory versus Arizona.

Impact Carter has been effective against the air attack of late, logging three defensed passes (including his first career interception) over his past two games. The rookie out of Clemson has had a solid first NFL campaign, tallying 101 tackles and four defensed passes through 16 contests.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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