Jaguars Urged to Pursue Giants' Star DT Dexter Lawrence

3 reasons why Jacksonville should make a move for the elite defensive tackle

Apr. 6, 2026 at 7:35pm

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The Jacksonville Jaguars have not made a major splash this offseason, but a potential trade target has emerged that could change that. New York Giants star defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence has reportedly requested a trade, and the Jaguars are being urged to pursue the elite interior lineman.

Why it matters

Adding Lawrence would give the Jaguars one of the NFL's most dominant defensive line units, pairing him with standout edge rushers Travon Walker and Josh Hines-Allen. The Jaguars have the draft capital to make a competitive offer, and the chance to land a player of Lawrence's caliber is rare.

The details

The Jaguars recently signed Walker to a four-year extension, solidifying their defensive end duo. However, the interior defensive line has been a weakness in recent years. Lawrence, one of the league's premier defensive tackles, would provide a major boost to the Jaguars' pass rush and run defense.

  • On Monday, Dexter Lawrence reportedly requested a trade from the New York Giants.

The players

Dexter Lawrence

A star defensive tackle for the New York Giants who has reportedly requested a trade.

Travon Walker

A defensive end for the Jacksonville Jaguars who was recently signed to a four-year extension.

Josh Hines-Allen

A standout edge rusher for the Jacksonville Jaguars, forming an elite defensive end duo with Travon Walker.

James Gladstone

The general manager of the Jacksonville Jaguars.

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What they’re saying

“Situations like this are exactly why the Jaguars have operated the way they have this offseason. The Jaguars have 11 picks in this month's draft and are projected to have 10 picks in the 2027 NFL Draft thanks to three potential compensatory selections. With a total of 21 projected picks over the next two drafts, the Jaguars have a lot of ammo to work with.”

— John Shipley, Author

What’s next

The Jaguars will need to evaluate the cost and feasibility of acquiring Dexter Lawrence via trade from the Giants. If they can put together a competitive offer, adding the elite defensive tackle could transform their defensive line.

The takeaway

The Jaguars have the draft capital and need to pursue a trade for Dexter Lawrence, one of the NFL's premier defensive tackles. Pairing him with their standout defensive end duo would give Jacksonville one of the most dominant defensive line units in the league.