Jaguars Unlikely to Trade for Giants' Dexter Lawrence

Insider Jordan Schultz explains why the Jaguars aren't a viable destination for the disgruntled defensive tackle

Apr. 18, 2026 at 10:00am

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The Jacksonville Jaguars have been mentioned as a potential landing spot for New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence, who has requested a trade. However, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Jaguars are unlikely to pursue a deal for Lawrence due to the high asking price from the Giants and Lawrence's desire for a lucrative new contract.

Why it matters

The Jaguars are in need of upgrades on the defensive line, but acquiring Lawrence would come at a steep cost in both trade compensation and a new contract. Schultz's comments suggest the Jaguars will likely look elsewhere to address their needs on the defensive front.

The details

Schultz explained that the Giants are demanding a "boatload" in return for Lawrence, who is also seeking a new deal in the range of $25-30 million per year. This combination of a high trade price and Lawrence's contract demands makes the Jaguars an unlikely destination, according to Schultz. The insider also noted that Lawrence's relationship with the Giants has soured, with the player feeling disrespected by the organization's treatment of other star players.

  • In 2025, Lawrence dealt with injuries and failed to record a sack for the Giants.

The players

Dexter Lawrence

A defensive tackle for the New York Giants who has requested a trade after feeling disrespected by the organization.

Jordan Schultz

An NFL insider who revealed why the Jacksonville Jaguars are unlikely to trade for Dexter Lawrence.

Jacksonville Jaguars

An NFL team in need of upgrades on the defensive line, but who may not be a viable trade destination for Dexter Lawrence.

New York Giants

The NFL team that currently employs Dexter Lawrence and is reportedly demanding a high price in any potential trade.

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What they’re saying

“The Dexter Lawrence stuff is really interesting for a lot of reasons. No. 1, he's a great player at a pretty premium position, and there's a lot of interest for him, a lot.”

— Jordan Schultz, NFL Insider

“I wouldn't say he's definitely getting moved anytime soon, that anything's imminent, but I do think at this point, given where both sides are and the level of dissatisfaction from Dexter, that I would expect a move to happen at some point. I just don't think it's imminent.”

— Jordan Schultz, NFL Insider

“I don't think the Jags will be involved as well. Here's what it is: Really, it has not been in a good place between Dexter and the GianIts for quite some time. I would say money is a big part of it. Another element is that Dexter has seen the other players lead the organization over the years. He stayed quiet. He's been a good soldier. He's tried to be a team guy.”

— Jordan Schultz, NFL Insider

What’s next

The Giants will continue to field trade offers for Dexter Lawrence, but it remains unclear if they will find a suitable deal that meets their high asking price. Lawrence's contract demands and strained relationship with the organization could further complicate any potential trade.

The takeaway

While the Jaguars could use a dominant defensive tackle like Dexter Lawrence, the combination of the Giants' steep trade demands and Lawrence's desire for a lucrative new contract make him an unlikely target for Jacksonville. The Jaguars will likely need to explore other options to address their needs on the defensive line.