Michael Carter Joins Eagles, Ready to Contribute After Trade from Jets

Michael Carter, acquired by the Philadelphia Eagles from the New York Jets, is eager to contribute to his new team after practicing for the first time on Thursday. The Eagles traded John Metchie and a 6th-round pick for Carter and a 7th-round pick. Carter spent 4.5 seasons with the Jets, playing 65 games with 25 starts as a pure slot corner. He will initially back up Cooper DeJean in the slot for the Eagles, providing defensive coordinator Vic Fangio the option to move DeJean to outside corner. General Manager Howie Roseman also noted Carter's college experience at safety, a position of need for the Eagles with Marcus Epps on Injured Reserve. Carter is one of three new defensive players joining the 6-2 Eagles, a significant change from his previous 1-7 Jets team.