Giants Sign 28.5-Sack Replacement for Dexter Lawrence
The New York Giants signed veteran defensive tackle Shelby Harris to help fill the void left by Dexter Lawrence, who was traded to the Cincinnati Bengals before the draft. While Harris lacks Lawrence's elite production, he brings experience and run-stopping ability to bolster the Giants' defensive line. The move complements New York's recent investments in their pass rush, including the draft of Arvell Reese and the presence of Brian Burns and Abdul Carter.
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By Michael GallagherSports Content CoordinatorShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The New York Giants have a big hole in the middle of their defensive line thanks to a pre-draft trade that sent three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence to the Cincinnati Bengals.While the move allowed the Giants to address another big need — offensive line (they drafted Miami offensive tackle Francis Maiguoa with the 10th overall pick which they acquired in the Lawrence trade) — Lawrence’s spot has yet to be filled.New York selected Auburn DT Bobby Jamison-Travis in Round 6, but he’s unlikely to be a big contributor as a rookie, which explains the move the team made on…
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