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With their perceived “depth” across the defensive line, the Chicago Bears traded away Gervon Dexter Jr. prior to the season. Now, he is making an impact across the Atlanta Falcons’ defensive front.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 23

Bears' D-Line Struggles, Gervon Dexter's Red-Hot Start Makes Perplexing Trade Look Awful

When the Chicago Bears traded Gervon Dexter to the Atlanta Falcons before Week 1, it was at least a bit surprising. After all, the Bears had a shaky offensive line to begin with, and while Dexter was indeed part of the reason why it was shaky because of his lackluster run defense, the veteran defender was also the team's best interior pass-rusher.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 18

Key Chicago Bears defensive tackle put on notice after Week 1 debut

The Chicago Bears are confident in their defensive line. So much so that they were willing to trade defensive tackle Gervon Dexter prior to the season.

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Chicago Bears News / TWSN / September 14

Gervon Dexter Sr. Shows the Chicago Bears Why They Made a Mistake

It’s just absurd to say the Chicago Bears scored 59 points in Week 1, given what the identity of this franchise has been for years. That said, defense is a big problem, and trading away Gervon Dexter Sr.

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NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 9

Why Gervon Dexter is Excited for Fresh Start With Falcons

Gervon Dexter believes his new home with the Atlanta Falcons could allow him to play the style of football he has always wanted. The Falcons acquired Dexter from the Chicago Bears on Aug.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 3

Bears Predicted to Continue DL Overhaul After Gervon Dexter Trade By Drafting Ole Miss Prospect

The Chicago Bears decided Gervon Dexter was expendable with just a few weeks to go before the start of the season and traded him to the Atlanta Falcons.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 3

Chicago Bears’ Gervon Dexter trade makes more sense after Dennis Allen message

Part of the reason the Chicago Bears’ Gervon Dexter trade with the Atlanta Falcons seemed so shocking was the level of depth behind him. However, defensive coordinator Dennis Allen thinks Chicago’s depth is exactly what made Dexter expendable.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 2

Falcons’ biggest mistake on 53-man roster cutdown day ahead of 2026 NFL season

The Atlanta Falcons made quite a few big moves around the NFL’s roster cutdown day. Atlanta pulled off a big trade for Gervon Dexter to solidify their defensive interior.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 2

Rookie DTs Aren't the Only Reasons Bears Felt Comfortable Trading Gervon Dexter

In the wake of the Chicago Bears trading Gervon Dexter, many have rightly pointed to Jordan van den Berg's ascension as a reason why the team felt comfortable trading him.

NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 2

Falcons Trade for Gervon Dexter Shows Ian Cunningham’s Vision for 'Powerful' DL

The Atlanta Falcons made one of their biggest moves of roster cutdown weekend when they acquired defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. from the Chicago Bears, adding another powerful piece to a defensive line that is being revamped under general manager Ian Cunningham.

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NFL News / SportsTalkATL / September 2

Ian Cunningham on Falcons QB competition, Gervon Dexter trade

Practice is closed off to the media this week as the Falcons prepare for their Week 1 matchup with the Steelers, but general manager Ian Cunningham did make an appearance to discuss the ongoing quarterback competition and the trade for Gervon Dexter Sr.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 2

Ryan Poles breaks silence on Chicago Bears’ Gervon Dexter trade

The Chicago Bears shook up their defensive line in a massive way by trading Gervon Dexter to the Atlanta Falcons. For general manager Ryan Poles, it was time for the Bears to make a move.

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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / September 1

Chicago Bears’ Gervon Dexter trade opens massive rookie opportunity

The Chicago Bears took a major gamble when they traded defensive tackle Gervon Dexter to the Atlanta Falcons. But Chicago did so knowing the depth they currently have on the roster.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 1

Bears GM Ryan Poles breaks silence on reasoning behind Gervon Dexter trade

Recently, the Chicago Bears opted to shake things up by trading defensive lineman Gervon Dexter to the Atlanta Falcons in a deal that brought back cornerback Clark Phillips III and a fifth-round draft pick.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 1

Chicago Bears’ Improbable Rookie DT Duo May be Key to Fixing Their Dormant Pass Rush

The Chicago Bears moving on from defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. before the season wasn't even a remote possibility (at least since the NFL Draft, since he was also the subject of trade speculation at the NFL Scouting Combine) before last week.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / September 1

Jordan van den Berg's Rookie Bears Task Now Includes Rare Pressure

Make no mistake about it, the trade of Gervon Dexter to Atlanta put the spotlight on Bears GM Ryan Poles in a big way. Whether you're in the camp seeing

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / August 31

Gervon Dexter trade may have put a dent in the Ben Johnson-Ryan Poles relationship

After beating the Tennessee Titans 24-15 to close out the 2026 preseason, all attention turned to Sunday’s roster-cut day. It is always chaotic at this time of the year, and the Chicago Bears were no exception.

NFL News / SportsTalkATL / August 31

Grading the Atlanta Falcons trade for Gervon Dexter Sr.

The Falcons made a significant trade two weeks before the start of the regular season, acquiring defensive lineman Gervon Dexter Sr. in return for a fifth-round pick and cornerback Clark Phillips III.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 31

Falcons Hoping To Get New Contract Done With DT Gervon Dexter

According to Josh Kendall of The Athletic, the Falcons hope to get a new deal done with recently acquired DT Gervon Dexter. Atlanta sent a 2027 fifth-round pick and CB Clark Phillips to Chicago in exchange for Dexter on the roster cutdown deadline yesterday, who is entering the final year of his rookie deal in 2026.

Chicago Bears News / NFL Spin Zone / August 31

Bears rookie Jordan van den Berg has wasted no time making believers

The Chicago Bears have believed rookie defensive tackle Jordan van den Berg was the steal of their 2026 NFL Draft class from Day 1. The 6th-round pick out of Georgia Tech was a late-bloomer to the game of football, starting off as a rugby player in South Africa before moving to the United States and picking up American sports.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 30

Gervon Dexter pens heartfelt goodbye to Bears after Falcons trade

With the Chicago Bears trading defensive lineman Gervon Dexter to the Atlanta Falcons, the 25-year-old would take the time to send a message to the fanbase and his now-former team.

Chicago Bears News / Field Level Media / August 30

NFL trade roundup: Falcons reportedly add DT Gervon Dexter Sr. from Bears

The Atlanta Falcons acquired defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. from the Chicago Bears, ESPN reported Sunday. The Bears picked up cornerback Clark Phillips III and a fifth-round draft pick in exchange for Dexter, who has been a starter in Chicago the last two seasons.

Chicago Bears News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30

Giants & Saints Also Had Trade Interest In DT Gervon Dexter

According to Jordan Schultz, the Giants and Saints were two other teams in talks with the Bears about a potential trade for DT Gervon Dexter. Chicago

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30

Trade: Bears Dealing DT Gervon Dexter To Falcons

According to Jordan Schultz, the Bears have agreed to trade DT Gervon Dexter to the Atlanta Falcons. Jonathan Jones reports the Falcons are sending Chicago a 2027 fifth-round pick and CB Clark Phillips. The Bears had been pretty interested in trading Dexter and something came together for them just ahead of roster cuts.