When Dexter Lawrence speaks, people listen. Being 6-foot-4 and 340 pounds probably helps. The New York Giants star has become the unquestioned leader of the defense, letting his play and work ethic do most of the talking. He’s not a vocal leader by nature, but there are always exceptions.
The 27-year-old superstar has needed help in the trenches for years. The middle of the Giants’ defensive line has struggled to consistently stop the run, and it’s been a glaring issue. Finally, help is on the way. Big Blue used the 65th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft on Darius Alexander — a powerful, disruptive force who’s expected to line up right next to him.