
Lewis Carter is the tone-setting linebacker UCF leans on
In the 2025 season, Lewis Carter emerged as UCF’s defensive anchor, leading the Knights with 92 tackles, 4 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, and 2 forced fumbles, while earning Big 12 honorable mention recognition. He stands out for his downhill trigger, tackling volume, and leadership in the room, with coaches praising his businesslike mindset and steady growth. If you want a linebacker who brings production, urgency, and a strong cultural fit, Carter checks a lot of boxes.