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Will Giants trade Dexter Lawrence after star DT ends extension talks?
TL;DR
Dexter Lawrence has ended contract extension talks with the New York Giants and is reportedly seeking a trade. The situation has intensified as the 2026 NFL Draft approaches, raising questions about his future with the team.
Key points
- Dexter Lawrence has ended extension talks with the Giants.
- Lawrence is seeking a trade after a down 2025 season.
- The 2026 NFL Draft is influencing trade discussions.
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It's been a contentious couple of weeks between Dexter Lawrence and the New York Giants.
The Pro Bowl-caliber defensive tackle wants a big, new contract extension from Big Blue. After a down 2025 season by Lawrence's standards at the age of 28, the Giants have waffled on giving the defensive lineman a huge payday over the long term. This situation has understandably sparked Lawrence trade conversations, particularly with the 2026 NFL Draft on the horizon, given that a more ready-made contender could give Lawrence the financial security he's seeking.
Thursday's update on Lawrence's talks with the Giants will only fan the flames. According to Ryan Dunleavy of the New York Post, Lawrence is done discussing an extension with New York. He is reportedly ready to move on and actually "wants to be traded."
Well, that's interesting.
The issue for Lawrence is that, for one, the Giants don't appear to be all that interested in trading him. Also, per Paul Schwartz of the New York Post, he doesn't seem to have much trade interest from other teams. For now, anyway. Lawrence doesn't have as much leverage as he hopes.
The draft next week could be a deadline that spurs some more movement for Lawrence to find the new home he wants. We'll see whether the Giants and a possible trading partner oblige.
Q&A
Why did Dexter Lawrence stop contract negotiations with the Giants?
Dexter Lawrence ended contract negotiations due to the Giants' hesitance to offer him a long-term deal after a disappointing 2025 season.
What are the implications of Lawrence wanting a trade from the Giants?
Lawrence's desire to be traded could lead to significant changes for the Giants, especially with the 2026 NFL Draft approaching and potential contenders interested in acquiring him.
Which teams might be interested in trading for Dexter Lawrence?
While specific teams are not mentioned, contenders looking for a Pro Bowl-caliber defensive tackle could express interest in trading for Dexter Lawrence.