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A 4th round pick in the 1987 supplemental draft, Carter saw limited action during his rookie season catching just 5 passes
for 84 yards and 2 TD's. His first professional catch was 22 yard TD vs. the St. Louis Cardinals.
Carter got more involved in the Eagles offense in 1988 catching 39 passes for 761 yards and tying for the team lead with
6 TD receptions. In 1989 he became the team's primary red zone receiver, leading the Eagles with 11 TD catches (3rd in the
NFC) while hauling in 45 passes for 605 yards.
Shortly after Carter had a falling out with coach Buddy Ryan and was a surprise cut following the pre-season. Carter later
admitted that Ryan released him because of alcohol and drug abuse.
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