Noah Carter’s stint at Georgia Tech is over.
The former Alabama edge rusher has been removed from the Yellow Jackets’ football team, according to Georgia Tech beat reporter Kelly Quinlan on Saturday. Quinlan reported that Carter “is no longer with the Georgia Tech program after an eventful 2026 on the Flats.”
No reason was immediately given for the move, and Georgia Tech head coach Brent Key is expected to be asked about it after Saturday night’s matchup against Pitt.
Carter’s exit closes a short and eventful run in Atlanta. After two seasons at Alabama, the former 4-star recruit entered the Transfer Portal following the year despite carving out a larger role for the Crimson Tide late in the season. He then landed at Georgia Tech, where he made an impact right away, posting three sacks in four games even while dealing with lingering injury problems.
His departure also adds another twist to a transfer decision that didn’t end up working out for either side. Carter had looked poised for a bigger role at Alabama after earning meaningful snaps in the back half of the season, but he moved on anyway. The Crimson Tide, meanwhile, have had to navigate injuries on the edge, with Justin Hill and Desmond Umeozulu both banged up since the end of September.
That has left Alabama thinner than it wanted to be at the position. Yhonzae Pierre has been playing through injury issues of his own, while Devan Thompkins - more of a versatile interior piece for Kane Wommack - has been pushed into the bulk of his snaps at defensive end.
Carter’s time at Georgia Tech also included an early flashpoint. In the season opener, the Yellow Jackets lost to Colorado in Atlanta, and emotions spilled over after the game. Carter had to be forcibly restrained by Brent Key from going after a Colorado player.
Depending on why Georgia Tech and Carter split, he should draw plenty of attention in the Transfer Portal again this offseason. He still brings obvious talent, and if he can keep the drama off the field, he should have another chance to make a real impact somewhere else.
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