Over the past several years, New York Giants nose tackle Dexter Lawrence has become one of the best interior defensive linemen in the entire NFL. Lawrence has been impressive not just as a run-stopper but a pass-rusher.
With his play over the last two years, Lawrence has earned himself a Pro Bowl nod in back-to-back seasons as well as consecutive Second-Team All-Pro honors.
Over the weekend, FOX Sports released their 2024 NFL All-22 roster and to no surprise, Lawrence was named to the team along with Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones.
Defensive tackle: Dexter Lawrence, New York Giants
The ginormous interior defender is more than a run stuffer at the point of attack. Lawrence is a rare find as a 340-pounder with heavy hands, nimble feet, and a nasty disposition. The fifth-year pro routinely fought through double teams to tally 53 total stops, seven tackles for loss, and 4.5 sacks while registering 21 quarterback hits. Though the league is built around the passing game, Lawrence’s impact production as a run-stopper-pass rusher makes him an essential piece of a championship-caliber defensive puzzle.
After his breakout season in 2022, Lawrence’s 2023 campaign put to rest any thought that the previous year was a flash in the pan.
Lawrence has been a model of consistency over the last few years and is now entering a season with the best supporting cast around him thus far in his career. With Brian Burns joining Lawrence and Kayvon Thibodeaux on the defensive line, Lawrence may be poised for his best season yet.
