Kyle Carter

Kyle T. Carter (born December 17, 1992) is an American former professional football player who was a tight end in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Penn State Nittany Lions.

Early life Carter was born in New Castle, Delaware to Mitchell and Charlene Carter. He attended William Penn High School where he played for Bill Cole.

Recruiting

College career

2011 Carter redshirted his freshman season.

2012 Coming into spring practice, Carter was listed fourth on the depth chart. But under new coach Bill O'Brien, Carter began to thrive. Carter has been a key part of the Penn State offense during the season. During week one against Ohio, Carter caught six passes for 74 yards. He caught his first career touchdown pass in week two against Virginia. Carter sat out the game on November 3 against Purdue due to an ankle injury.

Professional career Minnesota Vikings Carter signed with the Vikings after going undrafted in the 2016 NFL draft. On September 3, 2016, he was released by the Vikings as part of final roster cuts. The next day, he was signed to the Vikings' practice squad. He was released by the Vikings on October 25, 2016. He was re-signed to the practice squad on December 13, 2016. He signed a reserve/futures contract with the Vikings on January 2, 2017.

On September 2, 2017, Carter was waived by the Vikings and was signed to the practice squad the next day. He was promoted to the active roster on December 15, 2017. He was waived by the Vikings on January 13, 2018.

New York Giants On January 23, 2018, Carter was claimed off waivers by the New York Giants. He was waived on July 25, 2018.

Seattle Seahawks On July 27, 2018, Carter was claimed off waivers by the Seattle Seahawks. He was waived on September 1, 2018.

Buffalo Bills On December 12, 2018, Carter was signed to the Buffalo Bills practice squad. On July 29, 2019, he was re-signed by the Bills. He was waived on August 31, 2019.