Delone M. Carter (born June 22, 1987) is a former

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. He played

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and was drafted by the

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in the fourth round of the

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. Prior to college, Carter played for the Copley Indians at

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College career

Carter rushed for 1,233 yards on 231 carries and nine

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as a senior. He was named the MVP of the 2010 Pinstripe Bowl after rushing for 198 yards on 27 carries and two touchdowns. He was also the offensive MVP of the 2011 East–West Shrine Game. Carter currently ranks third on the Syracuse all-time rushing yards list with 3,104.

College statistics

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

. During his rookie season, he rushed 101 times for 377 yards, and 2 touchdowns.

Baltimore Ravens

On August 21, 2013, the

traded Carter to the

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for wide receiver

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. He was cut by the Ravens on August 30, 2013.

Jacksonville Jaguars

Carter was signed by the

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on December 9, 2013. He was released on May 12, 2014.

References

External links

Syracuse Orange bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Carter, Delone 1987 births Living people Players of American football from Akron, Ohio American football running backs Syracuse Orange football players Indianapolis Colts players Baltimore Ravens players Jacksonville Jaguars players