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Adam Schefter sees Packers in trade mix for Giants DT Dexter Lawrence
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The Green Bay Packers are being considered as potential trade candidates for Giants DT Dexter Lawrence, despite lacking first-round picks in 2026 and 2027. Lawrence has requested a trade due to contract extension frustrations.
The Green Bay Packers may not have the draft capital to land Dexter Lawrence, but that hasnāt stopped them from being mentioned as a potential suitor for the All-Pro.
Without a first-round pick in 2026 or 2027, the Packers would seemingly be out of the running if the New York Giants decide to move their star defensive tackle. Still, ESPNās Adam Schefter didnāt dismiss the possibility.
āI could see the Packers in that mix, yes,ā Schefter said Wednesday during a radio appearance on ESPN Milwaukee.
Lawrence and the Giants have reportedly reached an impasse on a contract extension, and the three-time Pro Bowler requested a trade last week amidst frustrations with his current deal. Heās scheduled to earn $20 million this season and $19.5 million in 2027.
At 28 years of age, Lawrence is still in his prime, but heās coming off a down year by his standards. After three straight Pro Bowl seasons and two second-team All-Pro selections, he finished 2025 with 31 tackles, four tackles for loss, 0.5 sacks, and eight quarterback hits in 17 games.
The Packers need help at defensive tackle after including Kenny Clark in last yearās trade for Micah Parsons and Colby Wooden in a recent trade for Zaire Franklin.
The challenge is cost. According to Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team, teams believe the Giants would require at least a first-round pickāand potentially moreāto move Lawrence. For context, the Dallas Cowboys gave up a 2027 conditional first-round pick, a 2026 second-rounder, and former first-rounder Mazi Smith to acquire Quinnen Williams last season.
Even beyond draft capital, the Packers would need to fork over a deal that places Lawrence among the highest-paid defensive tackles in the league. He currently ranks 10th at the position in total contract value, per Spotrac.
Itās a long shot, but not an illogical one. General manager Brian Gutekunst has made it clear the Packers aim to be involved in every major conversation, and Lawrence, an elite talent at a position of need, fits that mold.
This article originally appeared on Packers Wire: Adam Schefter sees Packers in trade mix for Giants DT Dexter Lawrence
Q&A
Why is Dexter Lawrence requesting a trade from the Giants?
Dexter Lawrence is requesting a trade due to frustrations with his current contract, as he and the Giants have reached an impasse on a contract extension.
What is Dexter Lawrence's current salary and contract situation?
Dexter Lawrence is scheduled to earn $20 million this season and $19.5 million in 2027, but he is seeking a contract extension.
What challenges do the Packers face in trading for Dexter Lawrence?
The Packers face challenges in trading for Dexter Lawrence due to their lack of first-round draft picks in 2026 and 2027, which may limit their trade capital.