Giants trade Dexter Lawrence to Bengals for #10 pick
Key Questions
What was the Giants-Bengals trade involving Dexter Lawrence?
The Giants traded DT Dexter Lawrence to the Bengals for the #10 pick, official on Apr 23 per Schefter/Pelissero. It's the first top-10 non-QB trade in 21 years.
What extension did Lawrence sign with the Bengals?
Bengals gave Lawrence a 1-year, $28M extension immediately after the trade. Lawrence is ecstatic about the win-now move.
How have Bengals players reacted to the trade?
Bengals players like Mims, Brown, Hill, and Battle hyped the acquisition. It bolsters their elite D amid cuts and targets #41.
What are the Giants' plans post-trade?
Giants gain cap space (A- grade from FOX) targeting Tyson/Styles/Downs at #5/#10. Thibodeaux trade rumors cooling; OBJ workout noted. Grades range A/B-C-.
How has the trade impacted draft mocks?
Post-trade mocks updated with Giants at #5/#10 for WR/CB/LB like Tyson compared to OBJ. Experts predict first-round shake-up.
What is the Giants' salary cap situation now?
The trade provides significant cap space for the Giants. It follows cuts and fuels their draft strategy.
Could the Giants flip the #10 pick?
Rumors suggest Giants might quickly flip the #10 pick acquired in the deal. Trade buzz at top picks shapes their #5 plan.
What is the status of this trade highlight?
The situation is climaxing, fueling overall draft frenzy. Bengals now have seven picks after trading their first-rounder.
Official Apr23 (Schefter/Pelissero; Bengals $28M ext, first top-10 non-QB 21yrs); Bengals players hype, elite D/cuts Slaton/Jackson ($6.6M), targets #41 LB/vets; Giants cap space for Tyson/Styles #5/#10, OBJ workout; fuels post-trade mocks/grades A/B-C-.