Hour 2: Dexter Lawrence Impasse & Field Yates Joins

The Bart and Carlin Podcast episode dives deep into the ongoing impasse between the New York Giants and star defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence, with hosts Bart and Carlin arguing that Lawrence's declining performance, injury history, and high salary demands make him a liability rather than an asset. They contend that the Giants should trade him before June 1st to save $13 million in cap space and use the draft picks to rebuild around a younger, cheaper core. Field Yates, ESPN's NFL Draft Analyst, joins to confirm that Lawrence is unlikely to fetch a first-round pick, with his value more aligned with mid-to-late second-round compensation. The discussion shifts to the 2026 NFL Draft, where Yates ranks players like Peter Woods, Caleb Banks, and Sonny Stiles as second-round talents, while favoring David Bailey over Arvel Reese for the Jets at #2. The hosts also explore the Jets’ potential need for a top-tier pass rusher and a complementary wide receiver, with Denzel Boston and Kenyon Sadiq emerging as strong fits. The episode closes with insights on the Ravens potentially drafting a quarterback in 2027 if Lamar Jackson fails to deliver in the playoffs, and a series of insider nuggets on Giants’ draft intentions, including skepticism about drafting Jeremiah Love and high praise for Caleb Downs.