New York Giants trade Dexter Lawrence to Cincinnati Bengals for No 10 pick
The New York Giants have traded defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence to the Cincinnati Bengals for the 10th overall pick in next week’s NFL draft.
The blockbuster agreement ends a significant contract standoff between the NFC East franchise and their star defender.
The three-time Pro Bowler will travel to Ohio on Sunday to undergo a mandatory physical examination.
Passing this medical assessment will allow the transaction to be officially finalised by both organisations.
Harbaugh secures major draft capital
This major roster move represents a significant shift in strategy for New York’s new head coach John Harbaugh.
The newly appointed manager will enter the annual selection event holding both the fifth and tenth overall choices.
Securing two top-10 selections provides the franchise with extensive flexibility to comprehensively rebuild their playing squad.
Contract impasse forces departure
Negotiations regarding a long-term extension for the veteran tackle had completely stalled in recent weeks.
The towering defensive lineman had previously established himself as a dominant interior force during his tenure at MetLife Stadium.
Cincinnati will now take on the immediate responsibility of securing the elite run-stopper to a lucrative new deal.
