Bears Have Had Trade Talks Involving DT Gervon Dexter

Schultz added “there are multiple scenarios” where a deal could get done sending Dexter out of Chicago.

Schultz reported earlier this offseason that teams reached out to the Bears regarding a potential trade for Dexter. He’s is entering the final year of his rookie deal in 2026 and is set to make a base salary of $1,591,872.

Dexter, 24, was the 53rd overall pick in the second-round of the 2023 NFL Draft by the Bears out of Florida. He signed a four-year, $6,723,732 rookie deal through 2026 and is scheduled to carry a cap number of $2,139,369 in 2026.

In 2025, Dexter appeared in all 17 games for the Bears and recorded 44 total tackles, six sacks and two fumble recoveries.