Dexter Lawrence Signs $70 Million Contract Extension with Cincinnati Bengals
Dexter Lawrence agrees to contract extension with Bengals
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Defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence has officially joined the Cincinnati Bengals after a trade involving the No. 10 overall pick. He signed a one-year contract extension worth $28 million, keeping him under contract through the 2028 season.
- 01Dexter Lawrence signed a one-year contract extension worth $28 million.
- 02The Bengals traded for Lawrence using the No. 10 overall pick.
- 03His new contract totals $70 million over three years.
- 04Lawrence's 2028 base salary is set at $21.75 million.
- 05The deal includes various bonuses and salary escalations.
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Defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence has officially joined the Cincinnati Bengals after a trade involving the No. 10 overall pick. He has agreed to a one-year contract extension worth $28 million, keeping him under contract through the 2028 season. The total value of the deal is $70 million over three years, with $42 million remaining after this extension. The contract includes a $10 million roster bonus upon execution, a base salary of $11 million in 2026, and escalations in subsequent years, including a $21.75 million base salary in 2028. This strategic move enhances the Bengals' defensive lineup as they prepare for the upcoming season.
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This contract extension solidifies the Bengals' defensive line, potentially improving their performance in upcoming seasons.
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