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Français (Afrique)Dexter Lawrence believes he's in line for a raise
Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence signed his current contract three years ago. With a 2026 payout of $20 million and a 2027 compensation package of $19.5 million, Lawrence believes it's time for a change.
As we understand it, Lawrence has tried to get one from the Giants. Their reluctance to make an offer he'd accept sparked Monday’s trade request.
The argument from Lawrence's perspective is simple. The market has changed. The salary cap continues to spike. And Lawrence continues to be one of the best interior defensive linemen in the league.
His APY is south of $22 million. The top of the market for interior defensive linemen has reached $31.75 million. The recent contract signed by Eagles defensive tackle Jordan Davis — who is very good but is not Dexter Lawrence — has a new-money APY of $26 million.
So if Lawrence isn't going to get the contract adjustment he believes he deserves from the Giants, he'll try to get one elsewhere. And the trade request operates as an invitation for other teams to make the Giants an offer.
He still draws double teams. He still creates disruption. And the Giants may soon find out that he still will generate significant interest from other teams.
Even if no trade happens, the calls that may soon be coming to G.M. Joe Schoen could be the wakeup call that shakes a little more cash from the Giants' coffers.
Meanwhile, time is of the essence for Lawrence. He's 28. The window on his prime will be closing. Now is the time to get paid for the remaining years of high-end performance that he'll be bringing to his team, whichever team that may be.
Glamorgan and Yorkshire play out absorbing draw
Rothesay County Championship, Division One, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff (day four)
Glamorgan 302: Ingram 103 & 218-5 dec: Ingram 75, Carlson 53; Bess 4-87
Yorkshire 226: Revis 50; Crane 5-55 & 239-7: Lyth 97; Hadley 3-35, Crane 3-99
Glamorgan (12 pts) drew with Yorkshire (10 pts)
Glamorgan and Yorkshire played out an absorbing draw after an adventurous declaration from home captain Kiran Carlson on their return to the top flight.
Set 295 in 68 overs at 4.34 runs per over, Yorkshire started strongly but finished on 239-7 with Glamorgan pressing for victory in the closing stages.
Adam Lyth's 97 led the White Rose charge but did not have enough support as leg-spinner Mason Crane and paceman Ryan Hadley claimed three wickets apiece.
Glamorgan batted cautiously most of the morning before accelerating, Colin Ingram hitting 75 and Carlson 53 while Dom Bess picked up 4-87.
The declaration came at 12:54 BST to give both sides a chance of forcing a positive result but the spoils were shared in Cardiff.
Resuming overnight three wickets down with a lead of 187, Carlson and Ingram started with the caution the home side had showed with the bat since their shocking start on the first evening.
The pair gradually eased up through the gears as Yorkshire went on the defensive in the field, although Bess bowled Carlson to claim his third wicket after a stand of 76.
Evergreen Ingram and Ben Kellaway (28 not out) added a further 65, but it was a surprise to most observers when Carlson called a close to the innings as soon as Ingram was caught in the deep off Bess.
Lyth and Finlay Bean got Yorkshire off to a flying start, with Bean hitting Mason Crane's first two balls for four and six in a stand of 67 before he fell lbw to the spinner for 23.
Lyth continued to find the gaps as he raced to his half-century off 57 deliveries and Sam Whiteman started securely in another worthwhile partnership, to leave Yorkshire possible favourites at tea on 125-1.
Whiteman (24) chipped a catch off Crane two balls after the resumption, James Wharton (10) was bowled trying to hoist Crane into the pavilion and Will Luxton (5) was leg before trying to smash Ryan Hadley into the grandstand.
The crucial blow for Yorkshire hopes came when the excellent Lyth feathered a catch to Chris Cooke off Kellaway, having struck 14 boundaries in the 150 balls he faced.
With 118 needed off 20, Yorkshire appeared to give up the chase but Glamorgan could not hang on to chances offered early on by Matthew Revis and George Hill.
Carlson tried frequent changes of bowling and packed fielders round the bat.
Hadley answered the call with Revis (27) edging behind in the 60th over while Dom Bess was caught at slip.
That took the game down to the last over but Hill (21 not out) and Logan van Beek held on.
Despite a nightmare first hour of the game, Glamorgan could reflect on a creditable return to Division One cricket after two decades, while Yorkshire can console themselves with a better result than their 2025 opener.
Best metro Detroit sports bars to watch Michigan-UConn game with sound
The screech of the sneakers on the hardwood, swoosh of the ball hitting the net and the thump of dribbling the basketballs.
Cue up the sound.
When fans gather to watch and cheer on Michigan as they duke it out against UConn in the NCAA men's national championship on Monday night, they’ll want to not only see the game, but hear it, too.
Sometimes, that’s tough in crowded bars and restaurants. But popular spots around metro Detroit are gearing up to provide fans with a game-watching experience with the volume up.
Here are a few spots around metro Detroit that promise fans can watch and hear the game, the ref calls and buzzer beaters.
Don’t see your favorite spot on this list? Send an email to [email protected] with the establishment's name and city.
Big League Brews
20428 Ecorse Road, Taylor
A neighborhood sports bar serving up smoked wings or boneless wings along with a big selection of burgers and sandwiches. The wings are served naked (no sauce) or with a choice of nearly a dozen sauces.
Brewligans Public House
2385 Fort St., Trenton
A menu specialty here is Brewligans chicken wings. Its wings, drums and flats are tossed in a choice of sauces or served naked with sauce on the side. There are 10 sauces to choose from, including Brewligans Buffalo and Threat Level Midnight.
For info: brewliganspub.com
Champions Sports Grill
Brownstown
This spacious bar is loaded with TVs. Pair game watching with a menu of classic bar food of burgers, wings, plenty of handheld options and entrees. There's also a selection of local brews.
For info: champions-sportsgrill.com
Gilly’s Clubhouse
1550 Woodward, Detroit
Now celebrating two years, Gilly’s Clubhouse on Woodward Avenue is in memory of Nick Gilbert, who died in 2023 and is the son of Rocket Mortgage founder Dan Gilbert. This multi-level sports bar celebrates its two-year anniversary of serving Detroit sports fans, with a happy hour from 5-8 p.m. on April 4.
For info: gillysdetroit.com
Library Sports Pub and Grill
West Bloomfield
Surrounded by TVs, this sports bar has been a mainstay on Haggerty in West Bloomfield since 2006 and is committed to game-watching paired with food. On the menu are classic bar staples like pizza, burgers and nachos. There are also sandwiches, salads and main entrees.
For info: librarypubwb.com
Parlay
1260 Washington Blvd., Detroit
Dedicated to sports fans, Parlay is also known for its elevated bar food and premium drinks. This downtown Detroit spot is owned by Joique Bell, a former Detroit Lions running back who played for other National Football League teams, too.
For info: parlaydetroit.com
Second Best
42 Watson St., Detroit
Tucked off Woodward Avenue, Second Best is across from its sister restaurant, Grey Ghost. There are more than a dozen large TVs and a 9-foot projector with sound.
For info: secondbestgdetroit.com
Thomas MaGee Sporting House and Whiskey Bar
1408 E. Fisher Service Drive, Detroit
At the corner of Russell and the Fisher Freeway service drive, Thomas MaGee’s boasts its shows "every sport." For info: thomasmagees.com
Twin Peaks
Multiple locations
Known for draft beer poured at 29 degrees, locations in Auburn Hills, Livonia and Madison Heights have more than 50 TVs plus large 98-inch screens. At eh Madison Heights and Livonia locations, there will be a DJ but only during commercials. On its from-scratch menu are bar bites, burgers, sandwiches, wings, salads and other bar fare. For info: twinpeaksrestaurant.com
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