"The top name was defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence, who was looking for an extension in New York, only to come to an impasse and has now been traded to the Bengals."
"If that was the asking price, which had long been rumored, it's a good thing the Patriots never got into a serious discussion."
"Now, the Patriots will have to focus on getting their new defensive superstar in the draft instead."
"Because the incoming class is considered deep, they could still get a top talent at No. 31, and based on their free-agent moves, it seems fair to assume that will be their direction."
The Patriots were rumored to be interested in trading for Giants' defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence, who was eventually traded to the Bengals. The asking price was high, and the Patriots were unlikely to compete given their draft position. Lawrence's trade to the Bengals for the No. 10 overall pick indicates the Giants sought significant value. The Patriots will now concentrate on acquiring a defensive player through the draft, with expectations of selecting a pass rusher at their first-round pick, No. 31.
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