From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how DeMarcus Lawrence made an impact.
DeMarcus Lawrence is an American professional football defensive end currently playing for the Seattle Seahawks in the NFL. Drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the second round of the 2014 NFL draft, he has established himself as a notable player in the league. Prior to his NFL career, Lawrence played college football at both Butler Community College for the Grizzlies and Boise State University for the Broncos.
In 2011, as a redshirt freshman, DeMarcus Lawrence earned All-Jayhawk Conference and NJCAA All-America honors while playing at Butler Community College.
In 2012, DeMarcus Lawrence transferred to Boise State University. As a sophomore, he started all 11 games.
In 2013, DeMarcus Lawrence started all 12 games as a junior for Boise State, posting 72 tackles and 20.5 tackles for loss.
After the 2013 season, DeMarcus Lawrence declared for the 2014 NFL draft.
In 2014, DeMarcus Lawrence was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the second round of the NFL draft.
In 2014, the Dallas Cowboys drafted DeMarcus Lawrence. He fractured his foot in training camp and started the year on injured reserve.
On January 4, 2015, DeMarcus Lawrence played a significant role in the Wild Card Round against the Detroit Lions, sealing the victory with a sack and fumble recovery.
On September 17, 2017, in Week 2 against the Denver Broncos, Lawrence forced a fumble off quarterback Trevor Siemian.
On December 19, 2017, DeMarcus Lawrence was named to his first Pro Bowl after a breakout season with 14.5 sacks.
In 2017, DeMarcus Lawrence had a breakout season after shifting back over to the left side, his natural position.
On March 5, 2018, the Cowboys placed the franchise tag on DeMarcus Lawrence, who signed it later that day.
On March 4, 2019, the Cowboys placed the franchise tag on DeMarcus Lawrence for the second time, making him the highest-paid defensive end in the NFL.
On April 5, 2019, DeMarcus Lawrence signed a five-year, $105 million contract with the Cowboys.
On March 14, 2022, DeMarcus Lawrence agreed to a 3-year, $40 million contract extension with the Cowboys.
During the 2023 season, DeMarcus Lawrence was named a Pro Bowler.
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