Tim Carter (defensive back)

Timothy Jerome Carter (born July 15, 1978) is a former American football defensive back. He played for the New Orleans Saints in 2001.

Early life
Timothy Carter was born July 15, 1978 in Tallahassee, Florida. He attended Rickards High School in Tallahassee, where he ran track as well as played football. He graduated in 1996, then played football four years at Tulane University, including on the team's undefeated 1998 season. He graduated with a bachelor's degree in social science.

Playing
Carter was signed by the New Orleans Saints in 2001 and was on the practice roster for much of the season but was activated for the last two games. He subsequently played for the NFL-Europe team Berlin Thunder and the Canadian football team the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.

Coaching
In 2006, Carter became defensive staff assistant at East Carolina University. While at ECU, he earned a Master's degree in exercise science. He subsequently moved to Eastern Michigan University, becoming assistant football coach for the defensive backs and coaching alongside his brother, Antonio Carter, a former University of Alabama wide receiver.

Personal life
Carter is married.