Cincinnati Bengals Trade for Pro Bowl DT Dexter Lawrence from New York Giants
Bengals land Dexter Lawrence from Giants for No 10 pick in draft-week splash
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The Cincinnati Bengals have traded the 10th overall pick in the upcoming NFL draft to acquire three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence from the New York Giants. This move comes as the Giants prepare for their first draft under new coach John Harbaugh and gives them two top-10 picks.
- 01Bengals acquire Dexter Lawrence for the 10th overall pick in the NFL draft.
- 02Lawrence is a three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle.
- 03The Giants now hold the 5th and 10th picks in the first round.
- 04Lawrence, 28, requested a trade for a new contract.
- 05He is currently in a four-year, $90 million extension signed in 2023.
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The Cincinnati Bengals have made a significant move by trading the 10th overall pick in the upcoming NFL draft to acquire Dexter Lawrence, a three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle, from the New York Giants. The trade, confirmed by sources familiar with the deal, is pending a physical. This acquisition marks a bold step for the Bengals as they strengthen their defensive line. Meanwhile, the Giants now possess two top-10 picks (5th and 10th) in the first round, giving them a strategic advantage in the draft. New Giants head coach John Harbaugh will be leading the team in this pivotal draft, aiming to build a competitive roster. Lawrence, who is 28 years old, had requested a trade in hopes of securing a new contract, despite being in the middle of a four-year, $90 million extension signed in 2023.
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