While Taylor shot down Carter's request, Carter didn't seem to mind the denial. He wore No. 11 at Harrisburg (Pennsylvania) High School and at Penn State, but that number has also been retired by the Giants for some time. Phil Simms wore No. 11 for the Giants from 1979 through 1993 -- his entire 15-year career with the franchise.

New York Giants edge rusher Abdul Carter has settled on a jersey number, while the remaining rookie class has also been assigned their numbers.

As the New York Giants open rookie minicamp, linebacker Abdul Carter says he wants to "be a part of bringing that legacy back."