Cincinnati Bengals Acquire Dexter Lawrence from New York Giants in Trade Deal
Bengals, Giants talked Dexter Lawrence trade for two weeks | Report
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The Cincinnati Bengals traded their 10th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to the New York Giants for defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence. Trade talks began two weeks prior, with Lawrence requesting a trade on April 6, leading to his one-year contract extension worth $28 million.
- 01Cincinnati Bengals traded the 10th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft for Dexter Lawrence.
- 02Trade discussions began approximately two weeks before the deal was finalized.
- 03Lawrence had requested a trade on April 6, 2023.
- 04The trade was confirmed on April 18, 2023.
- 05Lawrence signed a one-year contract extension worth $28 million, totaling $70 million over three years.
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The Cincinnati Bengals have acquired defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence from the New York Giants in exchange for their 10th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Trade discussions began about two weeks before the announcement, as reported by SNYtv's Connor Hughes. Lawrence had requested a trade on April 6, prompting the Giants to explore options to retain him. However, when it became clear that a deal was necessary, the Giants finalized the trade on April 18. Additionally, the Bengals announced a one-year contract extension for Lawrence through the 2028 season, valued at $28 million, which brings his total earnings to $70 million over three years.
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This trade enhances the Bengals' defensive lineup, potentially improving their performance in the upcoming NFL season.
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