Dexter Lawrence to Colts? Trade Saga Unfolds

0:00On April 19, New York Giants all pro defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence just requested a trade and he's sitting out their off-season workout starting Tuesday. This comes after two years of failed contract talks that left him frustrated. The two-time second team all pro is one of the NFL's top interior disruptors. Over his last four seasons, Lawrence posted 21.56, 26 tackles for loss, 73 quarterback hits, and 3 pro, bowl selections. Last year, despite missing five games to an elbow injury, he notched nine sacks, earned a 99.9 overall grade, good for second among, defensive tackles, and ranked top 10 in past rush and run defense. Fans and analysts are reacting big time, with all 31 other teams on notice. For the Indianapolis Colts, this hits close to home since they already boasts one of the league's elite defensive tackle pairs into Forest Buckner and Grover Stewart. They beefed up depth by signing Derek and Anati and Jerry Tillery and even traded for Colby Wooden.

1:02A blockbuster deal landing Lawrence and Indy would turn their front into an absolute nightmare. Picture that trio clogging lanes, forcing quarterbacks out where edge rushers like lie to Latu can feast. His current four-year $90 million deal is hefty, but he's eyeing even more cash. Colts GM Chris Ballard faces win now pressure, so pulling off this surprise move could unlock defensive heights they haven't touched in years. Keep an eye on how this trade saga shakes out across the league.