Bengals Snag Dexter Lawrence in Blockbuster Draft-Week Trade
The Cincinnati Bengals have acquired three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence from the New York Giants in a high-profile draft-week swap. Learn more about this impactful NFL trade.
Bengals have acquired Dexter Lawrence from the New York Giants in a draft-week trade, sending the 10th overall pick to New York. The trade follows Lawrence's push for a new contract with the Giants.
The deal marks a blockbuster move just days before the NFL Draft, as the Bengals bolster their defensive line with the three-time Pro Bowl tackle. Lawrence, a former first-round pick, has been a dominant force in the middle of the Giants' defense since joining the league in 2019.
With the trade, the Giants now hold the 5th and 10th overall picks in the upcoming draft, giving them additional flexibility and capital to address other areas of need. The Bengals, meanwhile, are clearly prioritizing their defensive line as they look to build upon their recent Super Bowl appearance.
Source: The Guardian
