Dexter Lawrence Requests Trade from Giants

0:00It's April 6th. You're listening to NFL News Today, AI Power NFL Coverage. Start offensive tackle Dexter Lawrence just requested a trade from the New York Giants according to NFL Insider Adam Schefter. The 29-year-old, three-time pro-buller and two-time all-pro won't even show up for the team's off-season program starting Tuesday. Drafted 17th overall back in 2019, he's one of the league's top interior defenders. One signed a four-year $90 million extension in 2024, making him one of the highest paid at his position then. But now his 22.5 million a year ranks just 11th among defensive tackles. The Giants tried adding bonuses for this year, but talks to rework it, reflecting his value have stalled over two off-seasons. Fans and Insiders see this as Lawrence fed up after just one winning season and two playoff games in six years. He's dealt with two general managers and four head coaches already, including an interim stint.

1:01Last year was a down season for him, and it looked like he was checking out mentally. The Giants defensive line is already thin after losing veterans Requim Nunez Roches and DJ Davidson, with only journey man Sam Roberts added. New head coach John Harbaugh talked big about building the best lines in football, but now he might have to scramble without his star. This trade push shakes up the Giants rebuild, leaving everyone watching if they deal him or rework that deal before things get messy.