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Penn State: DE Abdul Carter. The Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year anchored the sixth-best defense in the country this year, but went out early against Boise State with what looked like a left arm or shoulder injury. Franklin said Wednesday that Carter wants to play and will be a game-time decision. If he’s available, Carter can be a game wrecker. He has 11 sacks and two forced fumbles this season.