Fake Benching Post Drags Abdul Carter Into Adult Content Scandal He Never Committed

A misleading social media post claiming that New York Giants rookie defensive end Abdul Carter was punished for watching explicit content during a team meeting has been proven to be a hoax from a known parody account. The rumor gained traction on X (formerly Twitter) just before the Giants’ Monday Night Football matchup against the New England Patriots. It asserted that Carter was sidelined after his headphones malfunctioned while viewing pornography during a meeting. This assertion, however, is incorrect. Carter’s disciplinary action stemmed from tardiness, not the outrageous claims circulating online. The hoax originated from the account “Wesley Steinberg” (@WesSteinberg), notorious for impersonating an NFL reporter and sharing satirical posts. The fraudulent claim accumulated over 20 million views and was disseminated by various sports accounts prior to kickoff. Reliable sources confirm Carter's benching was due solely to lateness, showcasing the pitfalls of misinformation in the age of instant social media.