Dexter Lawrence Trade Buzz: Rams Eye Giants DT

0:00On April 6, Dexter Lawrence, the giant star defensive tackle, just put in the trade request because he wants a fatter contract, and New York aimed. Budging, the 28-year-old All-Pro has been a beast up front, but his deal only pays him about 18 million a year in base salary through 20. 27, which has 5 million impossible bonuses over the next two seasons, that's roughly 41 million total, way below top guys at his. Position, he's dominated as a pass rusher, notching 21 sacks in 44 games, from 2022 to 2024, even at 300. 40 pounds. Last year he only got half a sack but played every one of the 17 games, proving his durability despite the low output. Fans and analysts are buzzing because Lawrence is lagging behind peers like Milton Williams, who just signed a 4-year, 104 million. Pack with the Patriots, half of a guaranteed. At his age, he could command that elite money elsewhere and playing for a struggling giant squad might be

1:01hurting his shine. The Rams keep popping up and trade talks for studs like this, eyeing him to pair with Jared Verse and beef up their front for 2026. They might offer someone like Byron Young plus a second-round pick, but with guys like Kobe Turner and Braden Fisk already there, plus draft. Options, it's a tough call on the cost. Word is, the Rams can swing the salary, but got away the picks. Adding Lawrence could make their D-line one of the leagues best, so if they're serious about contending, this window might not stay open long.