BREAKING; NFL Insider Hints Giants All-Pro May Be Eyeing a Massive Contract Rework

Giants Eye Contract Restructure for Dexter Lawrence Following Jaxson Dart Signing

The New York Giants swiftly locked in rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart with a new deal, but it’s a standout veteran who could soon see his contract reworked. According to The Athletic’s Dan Duggan, All-Pro nose tackle Dexter Lawrence II is expected to be the next financial move for the team.

Duggan reports that Dart’s contract—finalized on May 30—brings the Giants’ cap space down to roughly $4.4 million. To open up more flexibility, Duggan notes that “there certainly will be at least one more restructure (Dex),” adding that other cap-clearing options like pay cuts or roster cuts could come closer to final roster decisions.

Restructuring Lawrence’s deal would be yet another unselfish move from one of the team’s most dominant players. The move would free up room for the Giants to address key depth issues ahead of or during the 2025 season—areas like the offensive line, wide receiver, tight end, and inside linebacker.

Lawrence Restructure Makes Sense for Giants

Lawrence signed a four-year, $87.5 million extension in 2023 and is set to earn $15.5 million in base salary this season. While his contract includes bonuses that could be converted and an out clause in 2026, the team is unlikely to part ways with the 27-year-old, who is widely regarded as one of the best interior defenders in football.

At 340 pounds, Lawrence has rare quickness and power, with the ability to split double teams and collapse pockets consistently. His nine sacks last season showcased his elite talent at the nose tackle position, and replacing a player of his caliber would be nearly impossible.

The Giants are still searching for the right supporting cast on the defensive front. Free-agent signing Roy Robertson-Harris and third-round pick Darius Alexander are among the latest additions meant to provide help up front.

Giants Still Need to Build Around Dart

After trading up to draft Jaxson Dart as their future franchise quarterback, the Giants know the job isn’t done. While Dart may not start immediately, the team must continue building a strong supporting cast to ensure he succeeds when he does take the field.

The wide receiver group is led by 2024 first-round pick Malik Nabers and veteran deep threat Darius Slayton, but consistency and depth remain issues. There are also lingering questions at tight end and along an offensive line still trying to find its footing.

Creating more cap space—possibly through Lawrence’s restructure—would give the Giants the flexibility to plug those gaps, especially if Dart takes over the starting role sooner than expected.