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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.

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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.

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.

Giants seem to send clear message to Dexter Lawrence II about 'broken off' talks regarding extension, trade

Massive Giants, Dexter Lawrence II update emerges after Joe Schoen comments

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

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'Single-game rookie RB touchdown leaders' quiz

New York Giants News / Pro Football Rumors / April 16

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.

Stephon Gilmore News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most INT's in a first NFL start' quiz

The '2024-25 NFL interceptions leaders' quiz

The 'Longest NFL receptions of 2025' quiz

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

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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First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Dane Brugler all link Ty Simpson with one team

Predraft visit fuels speculation regarding certain Cardinals move

Panthers may be hoping this offensive weapon falls to them in first round of NFL Draft

Jermod McCoy hit with massive injury red flag days before NFL Draft

Mel Kiper Jr., Dane Brugler share huge predictions about blockbuster Cowboys, Browns NFL Draft trade

New York Giants News / A to Z Sports / April 16

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.

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

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

Normally when a NFL team has a top five draft pick, the direction in which they end up going is typically clear. That can’t be said of the New York Giants

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

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.

New York Giants News / Yardbarker / April 16

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

Giants seem to send clear message to Dexter Lawrence II about 'broken off' talks regarding extension, trade

Massive Giants, Dexter Lawrence II update emerges after Joe Schoen comments

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'Single-game rookie RB touchdown leaders' quiz

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The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz

The 'Most 25-PPG NBA seasons' quiz

The 'Three-point leaders by NBA season' quiz

The 'Five 3's off the bench games' quiz

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

New York Giants Draft Prospect Profile: LB CJ Allen, Georgia

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.

Kayvon Thibodeaux News / Yardbarker / April 16

Giants facing tough reality regarding potential Kayvon Thibodeaux trade

Could the Giants elect to hold on to Thibodeaux?

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

Massive Giants, Dexter Lawrence II update emerges after Joe Schoen comments

Giants GM Joe Schoen gives hint on if team would draft RB Jeremiyah Love

The '2024-25 Pro Bowl starters' quiz

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.

New York Giants News / Yardbarker / April 16

Giants, Burns sending similar message to Lawrence about potential trade

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

Lawrence previously went public with a trade request amid his desire for a pay raise.

Giants seem to send clear message to Dexter Lawrence II about 'broken off' talks regarding extension, trade

Massive Giants, Dexter Lawrence II update emerges after Joe Schoen comments

Giants GM Joe Schoen gives hint on if team would draft RB Jeremiyah Love

The '450-passing yards, three touchdowns in a loss' quiz

New York Giants News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 15

Exclusive: Brian Burns’ mic drop on Dexter Lawrence amid Giants contract impasse, trade rumors

As it’s being reported that the New York Giants and Dexter Lawrence are at an impasse amid their ongoing contract negotiations and trade talks, his teammate, Brian Burns, is anxious to see him back in the Big Apple.

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.

New York Giants News / New York Giants on SI / April 15

Best Day 3 Draft Picks in New York Giants History

The New York Giants have some decisions to make when they're on the clock in this year's NFL draft. After the Day 1 and Day 2 selections, many fans lose interest in the guys that are added on day three, but you can find some real gems on the third and final day of the draft.