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Giants rumors: Dexter Lawrence’s contract negotiations falter, leaving trade as only option

A stalemate developed between the New York Giants and Dexter Lawrence. Does that mean a split is coming? The rumor is that the contract negotiations have faltered, leaving a trade as the only option, according to a post on X by Ryan Dunleavy.

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Giants DT Dexter Lawrence Wants Out; Latest On Potential Trade

Unhappy with a contract that does not include any more guaranteed money, Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence requested a trade earlier this month. The Giants and Lawrence continued contract talks after he asked out, but those negotiations broke off on Wednesday.

New York Giants News / Larry Brown Sports / April 16

All-Pro defensive lineman is reportedly done with the Giants

New York Giants defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence has played his final snap with the team, at least if he has his way. Lawrence is not interested in re-negotiating his Giants contract and wants a trade, according to Paul Schwartz of the New York Post.

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Dexter Lawrence News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 16

Dexter Lawrence Wants Out Of New York, No Longer Seeking Extension From Giants

According to Paul Schwartz, the situation between the Giants and DT Dexter Lawrence has escalated to the point where a new contract won’t mollify things.

New York Giants News / New York Giants on SI / April 16

New Mock Draft Places Potential Jaxson Dart Protector for NY Giants at No. 5

Last season, in the most New York Giants way possible, the team's lauded defensive line underachieved, while the suspect offensive line reached heights not seen in roughly a decade.

Brian Burns News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 16

Exclusive: Brian Burns feeling love from Giants brotherhood at autism charity event that hits close to home

Next month, Pro Bowl edge rusher Brian Burns will be participating in a charity softball game and leading his team against one led by legendary New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs.

New York Giants News / Yardbarker / April 16

Lawrence has reportedly made huge decision as Giants set trade price

Dexter Lawrence II has reportedly made huge decision as Giants set trade price

While talks between the two sides have reportedly broken down, the Giants seemingly aren't in a rush to trade Lawrence for pennies on the dollar this offseason.

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Giants Have Received Calls About No. 5

With one week remaining until the opening round of the draft, calls amongst teams will no doubt pick up. Movement near the top of the board could involve the Giants.

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Why the Giants Are Being Urged to Trade for Marlon Humphrey

The New York Giants defensive secondary certainly made the shortlist of one of the main reasons why the franchise lost as many games as it did in 2025, especially when it came down to slim leads in crunch time that slipped away in the fourth quarter of certain contests.

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ESPN analyst’s direct message to New York Giants adds more reasons to trade back in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft

The Giants are looking to nail their first draft with John Harbaugh as head coach. ESPN’s Ben Solak recently laid out the path to doing so and it makes sense.

Joe Schoen News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 16

Giants GM Joe Schoen sends loud and clear message to No. 5 pick trade suitors

Holding the fifth overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the New York Giants are in a prime position to add one of the best players in the class. Or, they can opt to trade back and add even more draft capital to their war chest.

Dexter Lawrence News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 16

Giants Likely To Trade Dexter Lawrence If They Can Get First-Round Pick?

The Giants and DT Dexter Lawrence reportedly “reached an impasse” in their contract talks recently after the All-Pro requested a trade. Per CBS Sports’ Jonathan Jones, Lawrence’s trade request was not just a ploy for money, like some have suggested, and he does actually want out of New York.

New York Giants News / New York Giants on SI / April 16

Giants Three-headed Pass Rushing Machine Ready to Fire on All Cylinders

New York Giants outside linebacker Brian Burns got a look at how lethal the trio of Kayvon Thibodeaux, Abdul Carter, and himself looked when they blended their respective talents to harass opposing quarterbacks.

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NY Giants 7-Round Mock Draft: Big Trade Helps Fix Roster for the Harbaugh Era

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New York Giants News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 16

Giants rumors: Todd McShay drops No. 5 pick intel from John Harbaugh connections

The New York Giants have already had quite the offseason. New York brought in John Harbaugh at head coach and immediately started retrofitting the roster.

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Why Giants' Burns may regret Lawrence advice amid contract standoff

Why Giants' Brian Burns may regret Dexter Lawrence II advice amid contract standoff

The two sides apparently aren't close to reaching an agreement regarding Lawrence's desire to receive a pay raise this offseason.

Giants, Brian Burns sending similar message to Dexter Lawrence II about potential trade amid contract standoff

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New York Giants News / New York Giants on SI / April 16

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Height: 6’1” Weight: 230 lbs Class: Junior School: Georgia Hands: 10 ⅛” Arm length: 31 ½” STATS A former four-star recruit out of Lamar County High School in Barnesville, Georgia, where he was the fourth recruit from the state and the fourth linebacker in the 2023 recruiting class. He played both linebacker and running back in high school.

New York Giants News / Football Analysis / April 16

Giants Sign 33-Year-Old Career Backup 10 Days Before Draft—Russell Wilson Officially Erased

Ten days. That’s all the New York Giants left between a quiet quarterback signing and the 2026 NFL Draft. On April 13, the front office added a 33-year-old journeyman named Brandon Allen to a roster that already had a starter and a backup.

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Giants facing tough reality regarding potential Kayvon Thibodeaux trade

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New York Giants News / Football Analysis / April 16

‘High Prospects’ Harbaugh Loses Giants’ Highest-Ranked Defender In 48 Hours—8 Teams Circling

John Harbaugh stood at his first podium as Giants head coach and said the words out loud: “Prospects are going to be high. We want Dexter here, and I believe Dexter wants to be here.” That was April 7.

Jaxson Dart News / Total Pro Sports / April 15

Rugby Star Ilona Maher Reveals How She & Her Friends Humbled Jaxson Dart & Other NY Giants Players At Recent Party

Jaxson Dart is not as popular as he thinks he is. It’s either that or Ilona Maher and her crew purposely set out to make him feel bad. Dart’s rookie season probably went a bit better than most expected.