Dexter Lawrence agrees to contract extension with Bengals
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Key Points:
- Dexter Lawrence has been traded to the Cincinnati Bengals in exchange for the No. 10 overall pick, with the deal now official.
- Lawrence has signed a one-year contract extension worth $28 million in new money, extending his contract through the 2028 season.
- The three-year contract totals $70 million, including a $10 million roster bonus upon deal execution and escalating base salaries from $11 million in 2026 to $21.75 million in 2028.
- Additional incentives in the contract include per-game active roster bonuses, workout bonuses, and an option payment in 2027, contributing to the overall value of the deal.
- The contract structure leaves $42 million remaining on his previous deal, combined with the $28 million in new money to reach the total $70 million agreement.
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