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Bengals fans are learning what Clemson fans already knew about Barrett Carter
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From the Clemson Tigers to the Cincinnati Bengals, Barrett Carter might have changed his stripes, but one thing that hasn't seemed to change is his relentless play style. Carter, the Bengals' fourth-round draft pick this year, saw his first action in an NFL game environment this past Thursday, and he did not disappoint. He recorded a sack in the game, showcasing the explosiveness that Clemson fans have seen for the past three seasons. But how realistic is it to expect an early Day 3 draft pick to take on a significant rookie-year role on a team trying to return to the playoffs for the first time in three years? Let's break down Carter in more detail after his impressive NFL debut. Fellow StripeHype contributor Glenn Adams has named Carter as one of six players who should get more snaps following the Bengals' preseason debut. I second this stance, as I believe Carter showcased speed and explosiveness that Cincinnati has been lacking in their linebacker corps. Linebacker is a position that the Bengals invested

This article first appeared on Stripe Hype and was syndicated with permission.

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