Delone M. Carter (born June 22, 1987) is an American former professional football player who was a running back in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Syracuse Orange and was selected by the Indianapolis Colts in the fourth round of the 2011 NFL draft.
Early life Carter played for the Copley Indians at Copley High School.
College career Carter rushed for 1,233 yards on 231 carries and nine touchdowns as a senior. He was named the MVP of the 2010 Pinstripe Bowl after rushing for 198 yards on 27 carries and two touchdowns.Syracuse senior Delone Carter rushes for 198 yards, named Pinstripe Bowl MVP He was also the offensive MVP of the 2011 East–West Shrine Game. Carter currently ranks fourth on the Syracuse all-time rushing yards list with 3,104.
College statistics Year Team Att Yards Average TDs Receptions Yards TDs 2006 Syracuse 156 713 4.6 4 9 46 0 2007 Syracuse Medical redshirt 2008 Syracuse 23 137 6.0 0 0 0 0 2009 Syracuse 236 1,021 4.3 11 11 117 1 2010 Syracuse 231 1,233 5.3 9 8 45 0 Totals 646 3,104 4.8 24 28 208 1
Professional career
Indianapolis Colts Carter was selected by the Indianapolis Colts with 119th overall pick in the 2011 NFL draft. Prior to the draft, he was considered one of the better running back prospects for the 2011 NFL draft. During his rookie season, he rushed 101 times for 377 yards, and two touchdowns.
Baltimore Ravens On August 21, 2013, the Colts traded Carter to the Baltimore Ravens in exchange for wide receiver David Reed. He was cut by the Ravens on August 30.
Jacksonville Jaguars Carter was signed by the Jacksonville Jaguars on December 9, 2013. He was released by Jacksonville on May 12, 2014.
References
External links Syracuse Orange bio