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Arion Carter pledges donations for each tackle made this season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 4:21 PM

Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Arion Carter pledges donations for each tackle made this season
Summary

Tennessee linebacker Arion Carter is donating $427 to cancer research for every tackle made during the 2026 season. After four weeks, he has contributed a total of $7,332 based on his performance, which includes 18 tackles and one sack. His involvement is deeply personal, as he supports his girlfriend Mariah Bryant, who was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer earlier this year. Carter, who was previously suspended by the NCAA for accepting a flight, has set a season pace of over $26,000 in donations if he continues at this rate. His contributions follow each game as he actively uses his platform for a meaningful cause.

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By the Numbers
  • •Carter donates $427 for each tackle and $500 for each sack.
  • •Total donations so far: $7,332 through Week 4.
  • •Carter has recorded 18 tackles and 1 sack this season.
  • •His girlfriend is undergoing treatment for breast cancer.
  • •NCAA suspended Carter for an impermissible benefit earlier this season.
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  • 4:21 PMYahoo Sports — Arion Carter donations to cancer research for Tennessee football after Texas
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Tennessee linebacker Arion Carter will donate to cancer research for every tackle he makes this season. Here's how much he will donate after Week 4.

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