Liberty's Tackling Machine Joseph Carter: CUSA's Elite LB with Ironman Durability
Joseph Carter, Liberty Flames' redshirt senior LB, dominated the 2024 season with a team-high 88 tackles (30 more than anyone else), earning CUSA Second-Team, VaSID All-State First-Team, and Linebacker of the Year honors while grading out as the conference's #2 LB by PFF (77.1); in 2025, he's already at 53 tackles with a forced fumble despite Liberty's 4-8 struggles[1][2][4]. At 6-0/235 with elite tackle (89), pursuit (88), and injury ratings (91) in EA CFB 26, his differentiators are relentless intensity, special teams versatility (697 snaps), and zero injury history—making him a plug-and-play starter for any defense needing a sure tackler who elevates teammates[1][3]. Perfect fit for teams craving leadership and consistency![1][6]
