Giants sign pair of defensive tackles to help fill Dexter Lawrence hole
The New York Giants signed veteran defensive tackles Shelby Harris and Leki Fotu to one-year deals as part of their effort to replace the production lost after Dexter Lawrence's departure. The moves follow the draft selection of Auburn's Bobby Jamison-Travis and indicate the team's strategy of using multiple players to fill Lawrence's role. The Giants may continue to add depth to their defensive line, with other veterans reportedly under consideration.
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NFL New York Giants Giants sign pair of defensive tackles to help fill Dexter Lawrence hole By Paul Schwartz Published April 29, 2026, 10:27 p.m. ET The first step in the massive undertaking of replacing the massive Dexter Lawrence came last weekend in the sixth round of the NFL draft and the next steps came Wednesday when the Giants signed two veteran defensive tackles to one-year deals. The more notable addition is Shelby Harris, a 34-year-old with 89 career NFL starts. The Giants also signed Leki Fotu, a well-traveled player who has been with four teams in six years. Access the Giants like never before Get texts from Paul Schwartz with all the latest Giants news and insights, exclusive to Sports+ subscribers.
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