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Bengals Trade for Dexter Lawrence, Peters Faces Criticism
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Bengals Bold Move: Trading for Dexter Lawrence
The Bengals, like the Commanders, had a disappointing season, finishing with a 6-11 record. They drafted Joe Burrow, but their offensive line has struggled to protect him. In a surprising move, they traded their 10th overall pick to the Giants for Dexter Lawrence, a 340-pound nose tackle, and extended his contract for $28 million through 2028. This move has raised eyebrows, as it means they wont have a top rookie pick this year. The Bengals defense was ranked 31st in yards allowed, so the move for Lawrence makes sense, but it also shows impatience. Meanwhile, GM Adam Peters is facing criticism for not having breakout players from his drafts, but none of his picks have been busts yet. If Peters trades back on Thursday, it could be a strategic move, unlike the Bengals gamble.
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