Defensive tackle Jalen Carter of the Philadelphia Eagles is currently embroiled in a peculiar shoplifting rumor
Despite facing legal concerns due to a previous involvement in a fatal car crash, Carter was chosen as the ninth overall pick by the Eagles in the 2023 NFL Draft.
Twitter uses alleges Jalen Carter was shoplifting in Center City Philadelphia
BREAKING- Alleged shoplifting incident involving Eagles player Jalen Carter in Center City Philadelphia pic.twitter.com/UxlCtwozml
— BIG MAN ON CAMPUS (@JeffNadu) November 13, 2023
While successfully leaving those issues in the past, recent online rumors suggest that he was involved in an attempt to shoplift from a downtown store.
Who Spread Rumors?
The source of this rumor Is Jeff Nadu, a self-described “Sports Bettor. Content Creator. Hoops Junkie. Mafia & Crime Historian & Host of @sitdowncrimepod” on X, formerly known as Twitter.
According to Nadu, information from police sources indicates that Carter was allegedly in a dispute, likely with his girlfriend, and attempted to leave the store with bags of unpaid groceries. Security intervened before he could exit, leading to a confrontation.
Are Thse Rumors True?
Nadu claims that the Eagles were notified and took steps to have the defensive tackle released. While the validity of this information remains questionable, the individual making the allegations has been scrutinized and questioned for credibility.
If there is any truth to the claims, it suggests that Carter may not have intended to shoplift but rather impulsively left the store in the midst of an emotionally charged situation without realizing the oversight.
Given Carter’s substantial contract, which pays him over $5 million annually, the notion of him resorting to shoplifting seems implausible.
Who’s Jalen Carter?
For unfamiliar, Jalen Da’Quan Carter, born on April 4, 2001, is a defensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL) for the Philadelphia Eagles. He gained recognition while playing college football at Georgia, achieving unanimous All-American status in 2022 and securing two CFP national championships.
The Philadelphia Eagles selected him as the ninth overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. During his freshman year, Carter participated in eight games, contributing 12 tackles and scoring a touchdown reception.
His sophomore season showcased notable performance with 31 tackles and three sacks in 12 games, earning him a spot on the 2021 All-SEC football team. Georgia clinched the National Championship that year by defeating Alabama. Following this success, Carter declared for the 2023 NFL Draft.
Picked by the Philadelphia Eagles, Carter made his NFL debut on September 10 against the New England Patriots. In that game, he achieved his first career sack on Mac Jones.
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