Bills select DeWayne Carter in 3rd round

The Buffalo Bills selected Duke defensive lineman DeWayne Carter in the third round of the 2024 NFL Draft, No. 95 overall.

Carter started 38 games over the last three seasons for Duke, racking up 11 sacks and seven forced fumbles. He secured first-team All-ACC honors last season and was one of the leaders of the Blue Devils' defense.

The 23-year-old will provide depth to the Bills' defense up front and has starter upside.

Pre-draft profile

Carter may be getting overlooked after a one-sack senior season, but that would be a mistake. The Duke product wins with power both as a pass-rusher and as a run defender, showcasing a bull-rush move that can overwhelm opponents. That's only one part of his game, though. He also has an extensive repertoire of rush moves, including an inside spin, and a motor that never stops. Carter's lateral range is limited in the run game, and his athletic profile may hint at a lower ceiling, but he makes the jump to the NFL with a polished, pro-ready game.