Raanan adds that the feeling around the league is that Lawrence is “underpaid” on his current deal. He averages $22.5 million per year, tying for 11th at the position and is reportedly asking for more than $30 million per year. Chiefs DT Chris Jones tops the market at $31.75 million. Lawrence, 28, logged zero sacks last year, but in 2024, he tied for fourth at the position with 10. Per Raanan, the Giants do not want to give Lawrence a new deal following a down year, so Lawrence wants to be traded. The Giants are unlikely to be better off without him, but perhaps they can acquire a decent haul in return, allowing them to quickly retool the defensive line in the 2026 NFL Draft.