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Brent Carter's first season on the field took a big turn at mid-season, as he was shifted from safety to tailback, where he practiced as a true freshman in 2006. He performed admirably, particularly late in the season when Evan Royster saw very limited duty due to a sprained ankle. A promising athlete, Carter gained 23 yards on just three carries on Penn State's last drive at Michigan State. He should be in the thick of the battle for opportunities to carry the ball on a regular basis this season and continue to contribute on special teams. Carter brings good size, skills and speed to the lineup. He ran for more than 2,700 yards, with 37 touchdowns, during his last two seasons at Pottsgrove HS.
2007 Sophomore Season
Carter was shifted from safety to tailback at mid-season. Playing in 12 games, he gained 43 yards on 11 carries for a solid 3.9 average. He ran for 23 yards on just three carries, with a long of nine yards, on Penn State's last drive at Michigan State. Carter gained eight yards in the 38-7 win over No. 19 Wisconsin and 12 yards on four attempts in the 31-0 victory at Temple. Carter also recovered a fumble in Florida International territory that led to a 16-yard touchdown run by Dan Lawlor in the 59-0 season-opening win. He was on the field for 96 plays, led by 17 in the win over Wisconsin.
2006 Freshman Season
Redshirt season. Carter played tailback on the foreign team.
High School
Carter was a standout for Coach Rick Pennypacker at Pottsgrove HS. As a senior, he served as captain of the football and basketball teams. He earned first-team Philadelphia Inquirer All-Southeastern Pennsylvania honors, as well as first-team recognition from the Pottstown Mercury. During his senior season, he ran for more than 1,500 yards and 20 touchdowns. As a junior, he rushed for 1,200 yards and 17 touchdowns despite an ankle injury that limited his time. Carter ran for 97 yards and a touchdown in the 2006 Pennsylvania East-West All-Star game, playing alongside and against several future Nittany Lion teammates.
Personal
Full name is Brent Dlane Carter. He is one of five children, with three younger brothers and a younger sister. He is enrolled in the Division of Undergraduate Studies. Born January 17, 1988 in Pottstown, Pa.
