Bengals and Dexter Lawrence set to hammer out long-term contract extension once he passes physical

Nov 3, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II (97) reacts during introductions before the game against the Washington Commanders at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images | Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

The Cincinnati Bengals shocked the football world by finalizing a blockbuster trade to acquire superstar defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence from the New York Giants.

The Bengals traded the 10th overall pick in next week's draft for a generational talent in Dexter Lawrence, with a clear win-now' mindset.

This is a historical trade from the Bengals front office and is the most out-of-character move this franchise has made in its existence, LITERALLY.

This trade is the first time in the common draft era, which dates back to 1966, that the Bengals have ever traded a top-10 pick for a player, per Adam Schefter.

But the craziness doesn't stop there...

The Bengals are also expected to agree on a long-term contract extension with Lawrence as soon as he passes his physical, according to Jordan Schultz.

The #Bengals are expected to hammer out a significant long-term deal with DT Dexter Lawrence as part of the trade, once he passes his physical, per sources.

A very un-Bengals move ... but this is a changing organization. And their actions confirm it. pic.twitter.com/m2RaxbGt5g

- Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) April 19, 2026

Not only have the Bengals traded a first round pick for an instant-impact proven player, but they are also expected to break the bank on him as well..... WHAT?!!? Is this the Twilight Zone?

Enjoy it, Bengals fans, for the first time in a long time (maybe ever), the front office is truly all in.

WHO DEY!