Nathan Carter

Nathan Carter (born May 22, 2002) is an American professional football running back. He played college football for the UConn Huskies and Michigan State Spartans and signed with the Falcons as an undrafted free agent after the 2025 NFL draft.

Early life Carter attended Bishop Kearney High School in Irondequoit, New York. He committed to the University of Connecticut to play college football.

College career Carter played at UConn from 2020 to 2022. After redshirting his first year in 2020, he started four of 12 games, rushing for 578 yards on 125 carries with two touchdowns. He played in five games in 2022 as the starter, rushing for 405 yards on 65 carries with one touchdown.

Carter transferred to Michigan State University in 2023. In his first game with Michigan State, he rushed for 113 yards on 18 carries with a touchdown.

On December 6, 2024, Carter declared for the 2025 NFL draft.

Professional career

Atlanta Falcons After going unselected in the 2025 NFL draft, Carter signed with the Atlanta Falcons as an undrafted free agent on April 28, 2025.

On August 30, 2026, Carter was waived.

Kansas City Chiefs On September 1, 2026, Carter was signed to the Kansas City Chiefs' practice squad.

NFL career statistics Year Team Games Rushing Receiving Fumbles GP GS Att Yds Avg Lng TD Rec Yds Avg Lng TD Fum Lost 2025 ATL 7 0 9 60 6.7 12 0 — — — — — 1 1 Career 7 0 9 60 6.7 12 0 — — — — — 1 1

Personal life Carter is a Christian.