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New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence reportedly requested a trade from the team and has made it clear to the organization that he will not be at the team’s offseason practices.
Lawrence has been trying to “negotiate a contract that reflects his value to the Giants” for the past two years, but talks have remained at a standstill, ESPN reported Monday. Discussions about a new deal have reportedly not moved forward even with John Harbaugh coming in as head coach.
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New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence plays against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on October 26, 2025. (Eric Hartline/Imagn Images)
The burly 340-pound defensive lineman is a three-time Pro Bowler and has been with the Giants through some rough seasons. Despite that, he has been one of their better defenders since the team selected him in the first round of the 2019 draft out of Clemson.
Lawrence has 30.5 sacks, 15 pass break-ups and 341 tackles in 109 career games with New York.
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New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II moves during the first quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ on October 9, 2025. (Brad Penner/Imagn Images)
Last season, Lawrence played in all 17 games for the first time in his career. He had an interception with 31 tackles and a half-sack.
The 28-year-old signed a four-year contract extension with the Giants through 2023, reportedly worth $87.5 million. He has two years left on his current deal. He would be paid $18.5 million in 2026 and $15.5 million if a new deal is not negotiated.
New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II returns an interception during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Chargers at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ on September 28, 2025. (Vincent Carchietta/Imagn Images)
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It’s unclear which team would be interested in trading Lawrence. But with the NFL Draft around the corner, New York would likely expect at least two picks from any team that trades Lawrence.
