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Jalen Carter is a great prospect who made a terrible mistake. The Eagles had better be right about his character.

Their track record in bringing in players with spotty or dark pasts is good. But good isn't perfect, and Carter's involvement in a fatal car crash should give the team and everyone else pause.

Georgia defensive lineman Jalen Carter was the Eagles top pick at No. 9. He arrives with talent and a past to overcome.
Georgia defensive lineman Jalen Carter was the Eagles top pick at No. 9. He arrives with talent and a past to overcome.Read moreCharlie Riedel / AP