Dexter Lawrence: I know Bengals gave up a lot for me, and I don't take that for granted
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The Bengals traded the 10th overall pick and signed the defensive tackle to a one-year extension.
The Bengals traded the 10th overall pick to the Giants for Dexter Lawrence and then signed the defensive tackle to a one-year, $28 million extension . The Bengals are happy, and Lawrence is happy. "I know they gave up a lot for me, and I appreciate that .
I don't take that for granted. I have a fire in me," Lawrence, who is under contract through 2028, told Geoff Hobson of the team website. "I picked up a little turf on the field.
I got chills when I went out there. I just see myself helping this team be where it's supposed to be. .
. . I enjoy pressure.