Giants' Dexter Lawrence Denies Carl Banks' Criticism Amid High Double Teams

New York Giants defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence has strongly rejected criticism from Giants legend and radio analyst Carl Banks, who said "nobody respects" Lawrence anymore and claimed his performance has declined. Lawrence, a three-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro, labeled Banks' comments "delusional" and pointed to his league-leading double-team rate of nearly 75% as evidence of the respect he still commands from opponents. Despite having fewer sacks and pressures compared to last season, Lawrence emphasized that statistics don't tell the full story and that his disruptive play benefits his teammates. Banks maintains that his critique was fair and believes the Giants have the talent to improve their 2-6 record. The tension highlights ongoing challenges for the Giants as they deal with injuries and a disappointing season start. Both players remain focused on the team’s future games, including an upcoming matchup against the San Francisco 49ers.