New York Giants defensive linemen Dexter Lawrence took a massive leap in 2022. From the jump, in his rookie season, it looked like the Giants may have gotten a good player to build around.
However, Lawrence’s breakout season last year took his game to a whole new level. Lawrence led the team in sacks and was a constant disruptor in opposing backfields.
His breakout season secured him a lucrative extension with Big Blue.
Lawrence also earned a spot on the NFL’s top 100 list. Last night, his teammate Saquon Barkley ranked No. 31 on the list; Lawrence comes in three spots ahead at No. 28 overall:
The NFL Network has just unveiled Dexter Lawrence coming in at number 28 on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2023. Way to go Sexy Dex💪 #TOGETHERBLUE #BLEEDBLUE #NYGIANTS #GIANTS #GMEN pic.twitter.com/TU9eVNGwNH
— Chuck Knoxx (@chuckknoxx) August 2, 2023
Like Barkley, Lawrence did not make the list a year ago. In fact, the only Giant to make that was Leonard Williams at 97th overall.
While the rest of the defensive line had trouble staying on the field last season, Lawrence was extremely reliable. Lawrence was one of the best pass rushers and arguably the best defensive tackle in the league.
Lawrence is the second player on the Giants to crack this year’s NFL top 100 list which is voted on by the players in the league. Offensive tackle Andrew Thomas is expected to be on the list but has not been named yet.
