Michael Carter II is an American professional football defensive back currently playing for the Philadelphia Eagles of the NFL. Drafted by the New York Jets in the fifth round of the 2021 NFL Draft out of Duke University, Carter spent his first four-plus seasons as a starting nickelback in New York before being traded to Philadelphia on October 29, 2025. This tag page collects news, articles, game updates, trade coverage, contract reporting, and analysis tied to his career, including his 2024 contract extension that made him the highest-paid slot cornerback in the league and his reported transition to safety during the 2026 offseason. The tag is relevant for readers tracking NFL secondary moves, Eagles defensive coverage, and ongoing developments in Carter’s professional trajectory.
