Dexter Lawrence Demands Out of New York and 5 NFL Teams Are Already Circling
The New York Giants just got hit with a trade request that nobody saw coming at the worst possible time. Pro Bowl defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence is done negotiating with New York and wants out, according to reporting from the New York Post. This isn't some drama that's been brewing quietly either, it hit right before the team's offseason workout programs kicked off on Tuesday. Two full offseasons of contract talks went nowhere, and Lawrence clearly decided he'd had enough.
Three Pro Bowls and Still No Deal
Lawrence isn't some mid-level guy looking for a change of scenery. The man has made three Pro Bowl selections and earned two second-team All-Pro honors while wearing a Giants uniform. Contract extension negotiations stalled out after repeated attempts to get a deal done, and at some point, even a generational talent runs out of patience. Lawrence's timing here sends a message: fix this now, or I'm gone.
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According to Bleacher Report's Moe Moton, five teams have their eyes on Lawrence as a potential target. The Buffalo Bills, Chicago Bears, San Francisco 49ers, Jacksonville Jaguars, and New England Patriots could all see themselves as contenders for the All-Pro defender. Any of those organizations would need to send draft capital to New York to make it happen.
Here's the thing though: none of these teams are exactly stacked at defensive tackle. They'd all benefit from adding Lawrence's production, but that's also why the Giants need to seriously consider whether letting him walk makes sense. Keeping him on the roster would be the smarter play.
A Tough Spot for New York
If the Giants can't repair this relationship and Lawrence stays committed to leaving, they'll have to look at replacing him through the draft. That's a difficult position to be in, especially when you're trying to field a competitive roster. The clock is ticking on how this plays out.
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