Zachary Carter

Career StatsD-

Year	Team	GP	Sacks	Tkl	TFL
Career		49	2.0	81	7.5
2025		4	0.0	13	0.5
2024		12	1.5	22	3
2023		17

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Cardinals struck solid value with Zachary Carter's two-year, $2.3M deal, landing a reliable depth piece at a reasonable price point that earns a B CVI. At just $1.2M annually, Arizona is paying appropriately for a rotational defensive tackle who can contribute meaningfully without breaking the bank — a textbook example of smart roster building in the trenches. Carter's production profile as a depth piece aligns perfectly with his compensation, giving the Cardinals a dependable interior presence who can spell their starters and potentially step up when needed. The contract structure carries minimal risk with its modest annual value and short-term commitment, while still providing Arizona with two years of cost-controlled depth at a premium position. This signing reflects the Cardinals' understanding that building a competitive defense requires investing in quality role players, not just marquee names, and Carter's deal delivers exactly that kind of foundational value.

Performance Analysis

Zachary Carter's D- grade in Arizona captures a young defensive tackle who has struggled to find consistency at the NFL level. Carter was a productive college player, but the transition to the professional game has exposed some limitations. His D- reflects a player who provides minimal contributions in the interior — limited run defense and virtually no pass-rush production. The Cardinals need more from their defensive tackles, and Carter hasn't been the answer. His technique and motor need improvement to compete for more playing time. He's on the fringe of an NFL roster without much momentum.