The Cincinnati Bengals have officially finalized a blockbuster trade to acquire star defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence from the New York Giants, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.
In a massive pre-draft move, the Bengals are sending the No. 10 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to the Giants in exchange for the three-time Pro Bowler. As part of the agreement, Lawrence is expected to sign a significant long-term contract extension with Cincinnati, resolving the contract stalemate that led to his trade request from New York earlier this month.
Lawrence, 28, has been one of the NFL's most dominant interior defenders, recording over 100 pressures since 2022. The acquisition marks a major shift in strategy for the Bengals' front office, which has historically avoided trading high first-round picks for veteran players. The move immediately bolsters a Cincinnati defense looking to return to the playoffs after a three-year absence.
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