Cincinnati Bengals Acquire Pro Bowler Dexter Lawrence in Major Trade
Dexter Lawrence is Bengals' new D-lineman. 5 things about 'Sexy Dexy'
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The Cincinnati Bengals have traded their 2026 NFL Draft first-round pick to acquire defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence from the New York Giants. Known as 'Sexy Dexy,' Lawrence is a three-time Pro Bowler and has made significant contributions over his seven NFL seasons, including a career-best nine sacks in 2024.
- 01The Bengals traded their 2026 first-round pick to acquire Dexter Lawrence from the Giants.
- 02Lawrence is a three-time Pro Bowler with 30.5 career sacks and 103 quarterback hits.
- 03He previously played alongside Bengals' Tee Higgins at Clemson, winning a national championship.
- 04Lawrence's trade was fueled by contract negotiation issues with the Giants.
- 05He is expected to continue wearing his iconic No. 97 jersey, previously worn with the Giants.
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The Cincinnati Bengals have made a significant move by acquiring defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence from the New York Giants in exchange for their 2026 NFL Draft first-round pick. Known as 'Sexy Dexy,' Lawrence has established himself as a dominant force in the NFL, earning three Pro Bowl selections and recording 30.5 career sacks over his seven seasons. His performance peaked in 2024, where he achieved a career-best of nine sacks and eight tackles for loss. The trade comes after Lawrence and the Giants reached an impasse in contract negotiations, leading to his trade request earlier this month. Lawrence previously played with Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins at Clemson, where they won the College Football Playoff national championship together. The Bengals hope Lawrence will bolster their defensive line as they look to improve their performance in the upcoming seasons.
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The acquisition of Dexter Lawrence is expected to enhance the Bengals' defensive capabilities, potentially leading to improved performance in the upcoming NFL season.
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