A top New York Giants insider has offered a fresh update on what the team is reportedly looking for during rumored trade talks for defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence.
After a breakout season in 2022, Lawrence emerged as one of the core members of the Giants' roster. In his fourth year, the former first-round pick finally began to reach his potential, and the team's front office smartly locked him into a new four-year extension worth $87.5 million.
Everything seemed good between the team and the three-time Pro Bowler. However, despite having a poor season in 2025, the 28-year-old has made it clear he wants a raise, or he wants out. While the team has said all the right things, on Tuesday NFL Network reported that recent negotiations have reached an "impasse" and the Giants have begun trade discussions with interested teams.
With a trade always possible, what are the Giants looking for in a deal for a key member of their roster? On Wednesday, SNY NFL insider Connor Hughes offered an update on exactly that. They claim they are "looking for an equitable trade value that they feel is fair." Whatever the best offer is right now, they will not take it forward.
What could the New York Giants get in a Dexter Lawrence trade?
Hughes said that when talking to sources, he compared the situation to the one the New York Jets faced last year when their own star defensive tackle Quinnen Williams was asked to transfer. Gang Green also waited until they got what they felt was the best "wow" offer for them. It ended up being a first-round selection the following year, a second-round pick this month, and a trade of Mazzie Smith from the Dallas Cowboys.
Hughest believes the Giants won't get that return for Lawrence, but they won't move him unless they get a clear offer they can't refuse. Williams has another Pro Bowl appearance and All-Pro honors that Lawrence has yet to earn.
So, a deal that includes a few second-rounders and a Day 3 pick could be what the team is looking for in a Dexter Lawrence trade.
