Dexter Lawrence
American football defensive tackle
Born
November 12th, 1997
27 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional American football player, recognized for contributions to the defensive line. Played college football at Clemson University, winning the College Football Playoff National Championship in 2016 and 2018. Selected in the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft by the New York Giants. Has established himself as a key player within the team's defense, participating in various games and showcasing strong performance metrics.
Winning the College Football Playoff National Championship in 2016 and 2018
Being selected in the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft
Anchoring the defensive line for the New York Giants
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