Dexter Lawrence trade rumors: NY Giants want a first-round pick in return
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Key Points:
- The New York Giants demand at least a first-round draft pick, and possibly more, if they trade defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence, according to NFL insider Ari Meirov.
- Contract talks between Lawrence and the Giants have reached an impasse, raising the likelihood of a trade despite Lawrence having two years left on his $90 million extension.
- Lawrence’s current contract has no guaranteed salary remaining, and his average annual value has dropped in ranking since signing the deal in 2024.
- Giants GM Joe Schoen expressed a preference for Lawrence to honor his contract, but a new extension in the $27-30 million annual range might be necessary to resolve the standoff.
- The trade market for top defensive tackles, exemplified by Quinnen Williams’ deal involving a first-round pick, suggests the Giants’ asking price for Lawrence is in line with recent transactions.
