2025 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Carson Primrose, DL, Rhode Island
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Carson Primrose is originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He played High School Football at North Catholic, one of the top schools in Pennsylvania. Coming out of High School, he wasn’t highly recruited; he didn’t have any stars, but his work ethic throughout this process has stood out.
Rhode Island Defense played a 4-3 & 3-4 Front, which allowed Carson to play different techniques. He has played in 3-Tech 4-I, 0-TECH, 6-TECH, and 2-I 5-TECH. This versatility will allow him to adapt to different fronts at the next level.
In 2024 he was a starter, although he is a smaller DT, he does show good hand strength and ability to get off blocks well. At the next level, he translates well to the 5-Tech in a 3-4 well and a 3-tech DT in a 4-3. With his athletic ability would not surprise me if he was tested at OLB in some 3-4 defenses, For example, Leveon Kirkland, Kevin Lloyd, and Terrell Suggs.
PRO DAY INFO
Carson will be attending UCONN’s Pro Day on March 25th and Bryant’s Pro Day on March 26th. Although he will be doing his regular position drills and measurables. He will also test as a long snapper and as a fullback. Carson has already spoken to the Commanders & 49ers, Several other teams have requested film from the Coaching Staff. Another team I can confirm is the Patriots. Carson played 4 seasons at Sacred Heart then he transferred to Rhode Island for his Graduate year
Honors & Awards
- All-CAA Football Honorable Mention (2024)
- Phil Steele All-CAA Football Fourth Team (2024)
2024 (Graduate Student)
- Started all 14 games on the defensive line
- Tallied 41 tackles with 9.0 TFLs, 4.0 sacks and a pass breakup
- Began his URI career with four tackles against Holy Cross (Aug. 31)
- Had a TFL and two total stops against Campbell (Sept. 14)
- Recorded his first Rhody sack at Hampton (Oct. 5)
- Sacked the Maine quarterback a season-best twice for 17 yards as part of a four-tackle day (Oct. 26)
- Recorded three tackles at Delaware (Nov. 9)
- Had two stops and tipped a pass that ended with an interception by Westley Neal, Jr. opposite CCSU (Nov. 30)
- Made three tackles with 1.0 TFL in the season finale at Mercer (Dec. 7)
- Served as a game captain once and the anchor bearer once
2023 (Senior at Sacred Heart)
- Named All-NEC Second Team
- Played in all 12 games, finishing with 45 tackles, 2.0 sacks and 5.5 TFLs
- Second on the team in sacks, third in TFLs
2022 (Junior at Sacred Heart)
- Named All-NEC Second Team
- Played in 11 games for the Pioneers
- Led the team in sacks with four
- Fourth on the team in tackles
- Finished with 34 tackles on the season
- Had 18 solo and 16 assisted tackles
- Season-high six tackles against Duquesne
2021 (Sophomore at Sacred Heart)
- Earned a share of a sack in the Wagner victory
- Finished the season with 14 total tackles with four solo tackles and 10 assists
- Saw action in 11 games
2020 (Freshman at Sacred Heart)
- Played in five games
- Recorded seven tackles on the season
- Collected an assisted sack for a loss of two yards
Who is your role model?
The people I most admire are my parents
Who is your favorite NFL team?
My Favorite Team Is The Pittsburgh Steelers
Overcoming adversity is what defines character, what was the hardest moment in your life to overcome?
The passing of my Grandmother was the most tragic event to overcome.
What is your favorite snack food?
My favorite snacks are Doritos and eating at Chipotle’s Restaurant
What is your biggest pet peeve?
Biggest pet peeve is not being on time
What is your degree in?
Major – Accounting
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