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Dexter Lawrence Sends Message About Giants’ Jaxson Dart After Bengals Trade

Dexter Lawrence Sends Message About Giants’ Jaxson Dart After Bengals Trade

Summary

The Cincinnati Bengals traded for defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence from the New York Giants. Lawrence signed a three-year contract extension and expressed excitement about playing with Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow.

Key Facts

  • The Bengals traded their No. 10 overall pick in the NFL Draft to acquire Dexter Lawrence.
  • Lawrence signed a one-year contract extension worth $28 million, securing his stay in Cincinnati for at least three seasons.
  • He requested a trade after contract talks with the Giants broke down following seven seasons in New York.
  • With the Giants, Lawrence achieved two-time All-Pro status and recorded 341 tackles and 30.5 sacks.
  • Lawrence spoke positively about former Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart, but looks forward to playing alongside Bengals QB Joe Burrow.
  • The Bengals have missed the postseason three years in a row and are focusing on winning with new players like Lawrence.
  • The team also added other free agents recently to strengthen their roster around Burrow.
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