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Bengals Trade for Dexter Lawrence Ahead of 2026 NFL Draft
The Giants gain a second top-10 pick as Lawrence seeks a new contract after a trade request and a contract impasse.
- On Saturday, the New York Giants agreed to trade three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence to the Cincinnati Bengals for the No. 10 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, giving the Giants two top-10 selections.
- Lawrence requested a trade from the Giants on April 6 after contract extension negotiations reached an impasse, compounded by a disappointing 2025 campaign during which the team won only four games.
- Giants Head Coach John Harbaugh now holds two top-10 selections, including the fifth overall pick, enabling the team to rebuild a defense that ranked 28th during the four-win season.
- Cincinnati aims to bolster its defensive line with the 28-year-old tackle, replacing departed defensive end Trey Hendrickson in pursuit of an AFC North title with quarterback Joe Burrow in his prime.
- Pending a physical examination scheduled for Sunday, the trade will become official; the Bengals are expected to negotiate a new contract extension for Lawrence before the 2026 NFL Draft begins.
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Reports: Giants sending DT Dexter Lawrence to Bengals for No. 10 overall pick
The New York Giants have traded three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence to the Cincinnati Bengals for the No. 10 pick overall in Thursday's draft, according to multiple reports on Saturday night.
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