DeWayne Carter is an American defensive tackle who plays for the Buffalo Bills in the NFL. He began his college football career at Duke in 2019 and after playing for five seasons at Duke University, he officially declared for the 2024 NFL draft. Carter began his college football career in the 2019 season, playing three games and recording just one tackle, which came in a game against Alabama. The following season, he appeared in 11 games, starting in one. In the 2021 season, he became a full-time starter, amassing 37 tackles, 7.5 tackles for loss, and 4.5 sacks in all 12 games. During the 2022 season, he started in all 13 games and recorded 36 tackles, leading the team with 11.0 tackles for loss and 5.5 sacks.
Notably, he created history by becoming the first three-time team captain, serving the role from 2021 to 2023. In his final season with the Blue Devils in 2023, Carter tallied 41 tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss, 1.0 sacks, and a fumble recovery. Carter had a dominant run playing for Duke, consistently demonstrating remarkable performance throughout his tenure. Notably, he was named to Third-team All-ACC in 2021, Second-team All-ACC in 2022, and First-team All-ACC in 2023. Carter was a third-round pick of the Buffalo Bills in the 2024 NFL Draft and signed a four-year contract with the organization. This season, Carter saw action in 11 games and recorded 14 total tackles.
Who are DeWayne Carter's Parents?
Kristin Carter and DeWayne Carter Sr. are DeWayne Carter's parents. Both of his parents were athletes in their younger days. He comes from a family full of athletes as Carter’s grandfather, Raymond Carter, played college football and was a track and field athlete at Youngstown State University. Undoubtedly, athleticism is ingrained in his DNA.
DeWayne Carter’s Father
DeWayne Carter’s father is named DeWayne Carter Sr. Carter Sr. attended Ohio State University and was also a college football athlete. He won the Big Ten Championship in 1993 and appeared in three bowl games. He helped the Buckeyes to a 30-7-1 record and was a three-year letterman (1993, 1994, 1995).
DeWayne Carter’s Mother
DeWayne Carter’s mother is Kristin Carter. She was also an athlete who played softball and basketball in high school.
FAQ's On DeWayne Carter Parents
A. DeWayne Carter is from Pickerington, Ohio, United States.
A. DeWayne Carter is 24 years old and was born on December 10, 2000.
A. DeWayne Carter is 6 feet 3 inches tall and he weighs around 305 pounds.
A. DeWayne Carter played as a defensive tackle for the Buffalo Bills.
A. DeWayne Carter attended Pickerington High School Central.