The New York Giants have officially traded Dexter Lawrence, a former Pro Bowl nose tackle, to the Cincinnati Bengals for the No. 10 pick in the NFL Draft. The Bengals viewed Lawrence as a key addition to bolster their Super Bowl aspirations. Despite the Giants' efforts to retain him, negotiations faltered as Lawrence did not provide clear expectations for a new contract. Once a dominant force, Lawrence's performance has declined, with no sacks in his last 22 games and a disappointing 2025 season. The Giants, who awarded him a four-year, $90 million contract extension in May 2023, felt that his best days were behind him as he approaches age 29. The trade is notable as it marks the first instance of a non-quarterback being traded for a top-10 pick since the 1996 NFL Draft. Coaches around the league expressed surprise at the Giants' return, considering Lawrence's recent struggles.