Dexter Lawrence, the Cincinnati Bengals' newly signed defensive tackle, shared the story behind his nickname 'Sexy Dexy' during his introductory press conference at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati on April 20, 2026. The nickname was first coined by his middle school coach, who called him 'Sexy Dexy' in a deep voice, and it has stuck with him ever since. At 28 years old and entering his eighth NFL season, Lawrence is a formidable presence on the field, weighing 342 pounds and standing at 6 feet 4 inches tall. He expressed excitement about reuniting with fellow Bengals player Tee Higgins, a former teammate at Clemson University, where they won a College Football Playoff National Championship together in 2018. Both players are committed to achieving a Super Bowl victory during their tenure with the Bengals, with Higgins signed through the 2028 season, just like Lawrence after his recent one-year extension.