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New York Giants have engaged multiple teams in Dexter Lawrence trade talks
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The New York Giants are in trade discussions with multiple teams regarding star defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence due to stalled contract extension negotiations. Lawrence, a two-time All-Pro, requested a trade after his current contract's guarantees expired and has not participated in offseason workouts.
The New York Giants and star defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence have reached an impasse in contract extension negotiations, prompting the team to actively engage with multiple clubs regarding a potential trade, reports NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport.
Lawrence, a two-time All-Pro and cornerstone of the Giants' defense, requested a trade earlier this month after talks stalled over a new big-money deal. His current four-year, $90 million extension from 2023 has no remaining guarantees, and he has fallen to around 12th among interior defensive linemen in average annual value following a less productive 2025 season.
He has also skipped voluntary offseason workouts.
On Tuesday, hours before reports of an impasse, Giants general manager Joe Schoen described recent discussions with Lawrence's representatives as productive and expressed a desire to keep the player in New York, while remaining open to trade inquiries with no firm deadlines.
Analysts suggest the Giants should demand a significant haul in any deal, potentially including a first-round pick or better, given Lawrence's elite talent and the deep 2026 draft class.
With the 2026 NFL Draft approaching, the situation is expected to reach a resolution soon as the Giants gauge league-wide interest in the standout nose tackle.
This article originally appeared on Giants Wire: New York Giants have engaged multiple teams in Dexter Lawrence trade talks
Q&A
Why are the New York Giants considering trading Dexter Lawrence?
The Giants are considering trading Dexter Lawrence because contract extension negotiations have reached an impasse, and he has requested a trade after his current deal lost its guarantees.
What is Dexter Lawrence's current contract situation with the Giants?
Dexter Lawrence is currently on a four-year, $90 million extension from 2023, but it has no remaining guarantees, and he has fallen in average annual value among interior defensive linemen.
What has been the response of Giants management regarding Dexter Lawrence's trade request?
Giants general manager Joe Schoen has described recent discussions with Lawrence's representatives as productive and expressed a desire to keep him, while also being open to trade inquiries.
