Overview
- Carl Banks said on his Bleav in Giants podcast that opponents no longer respect Lawrence and cited the Eagles blocking him with a backup center.
- Lawrence responded Wednesday by calling Banks “delusional,” saying “if that’s how he feels, f—k it,” and rejecting the idea that a past elbow injury is affecting him.
- Through eight games, Lawrence has 20 tackles and 0.5 sacks after posting nine sacks in 12 games last season, according to ESPN’s season tracking.
- Next Gen metrics show Lawrence is doubled on a league-high share of pass rushes this season, a dynamic coaches say helps fuel Brian Burns’ co-leading 10 sacks.
- Players and staff expressed surprise that Banks aired the criticism publicly, and Banks later said he still supports Lawrence as the 2-6 Giants prepare to host the 49ers on Sunday.