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Seeing their four-game win streak snapped in Baltimore, the Chicago Bears came out of that game banged up on their defensive line. One of their pieces — rookie Shemar Turner — will not return this season.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / August 20

Chicago Bears have worrisome injury development with preseason sack leader; Gervon Dexter

Among all of the updates Ben Johnson gave on injuries for the Chicago Bears on Wednesday, he did not specify the status of defensive end Austin Booker.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 8

Gervon Dexter snubbed from ESPN's latest defensive tackle rankings

One of the most underrated young pieces of the Chicago Bears is defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. Selected with the 53rd overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft, Dexter had a brutal start to his career.

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / July 8

All-NFC North Team: Next target point for Gervon Dexter is respect

No Bears draft pick on the defensive line has made the Pro Bowl since Henry Melton. He made the Pro Bowl for the 2012 season and was drafted in 2008. Melton was selected by GM Jerry Angelo, four GMs ago.

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The NFL just gave Bears' DT Gervon Dexter Sr. even more reason to break out again as Chicago's rising force in the trenches

Gervon Dexter Sr. had a quiet rookie season for the Chicago Bears in 2023 but he was able to break out in a big way by putting in the work before in his sophomore season.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 23

Surprising Chicago Bears official weight gains and losses revealed

When defensive tackle Gervon Dexter reported for minicamp earlier this month he spoke with reporters and revealed he had added some weight. “I’m lifting heavier, yeah.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 14

Is there ulterior motive for possible Chicago Bears position changes?

Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen emphasized at the outset of OTAs how he would be moving players around to get a better idea of their abilities.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / June 5

Rising defensive lineman emerging as Chicago Bears leader

Looking across the Chicago Bears defensive line, a pair of veterans pop out immediately in Montez Sweat and Grady Jarrett. Newcomer Dayo Odeyingbo even has four years of NFL experience.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / June 5

Gervon Dexter sees his next step as the great leap forward

Bears defensive tackle Gervon Dexter walks the fine line between stepping up and arriving. In his mind, the time for walking that line should be at an end.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / May 30

Chicago Bears have surprise leader emerging on defense

Gervon Dexter is entering his third season with the Chicago Bears needing to show he can be a reliable starter on the defensive line. He was used as a rotational defensive tackle as a rookie before starting in 15 games in 2024.

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / May 23

Year 3 Chicago Bears leapers: Who needs a big surge most and why

NFL veteran Grady Jarrett had barely been a Chicago Bears player for a few weeks when he began forming an opinion on defensive tackle Gervon Dexter . It was Dexter who organized a meeting for defensive linemen to work out in Miami and included Jarrett, who technically would be competing for playing time at the same position.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / May 22

Bears' Gervon Dexter Sr. left a phenomenal first impression on new teammate Grady Jarrett well before OTAs began in Chicago

This week, organized team activities began for the Chicago Bears' 91-man roster, with players getting acclimated with the new coaching staff led by the Ben Johnson.

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Bears go out of their way to cloud up Gervon Dexter's future role

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Rising defensive star deemed Chicago Bears’ most underpaid player

While the Chicago Bears have gotten plenty of praise for their offseason work, the biggest piece of flack has been how much the franchise has been willing to give out in contracts.

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Bears' defensive tackle dubbed team's most underpaid player entering 2025 season

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NFL News / ChiCitySports / March 25

Chicago Bears scoop up falling NFL Draft star in latest mock draft

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Boston College Eagles News / ChiCitySports / March 19

Chicago Bears land eye-opening prospect in latest PFF mock draft

With the Chicago Bears going on a free agency spending spree, what they do with the No. 10 overall pick has become a bit more obscure. They’ve filled many of their pressing needs, meaning their first round pick could go in numerous different directions.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / February 17

Chicago Bears lead the NFL in an interesting draft statistic

The Chicago Bears have made plenty of draft selections in the first two rounds over the last handful of seasons. This is soon to include the three picks they hold in the opening two rounds of the 2025 draft thanks to Ryan Poles’ work in the trade market.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / January 14

Gervon Dexter knows who he wants the Chicago Bears to select in the 2025 NFL Draft

The Chicago Bears will pick tenth overall in the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft, and there's already a general consensus on which position group GM Ryan Poles should target: it begins and ends in the trenches.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / October 12, 2024

Gervon Dexter quickly becoming one of the best defensive tackles in the league

Gervon Dexter is currently on pace to be one of the top, if not THE top defensive tackle in the NFL. His stellar performance through the first 5 weeks is nothing short of a breath of fresh air for the Bears.

Chicago Bears News / Last Word On Sports / July 24, 2024

Bears’ Gervon Dexter Taking ‘Massive Strides’ Heading Into Year 2

The Chicago Bears have started training camp, with veterans and rookies ready to showcase their talents. One player has stunned Bears’ media and coaches alike with his profound display of athleticism and physical transformation on the field.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / May 23, 2024

Chicago Bears DT Gervon Dexter made 1 major change to his body this offseason

Chicago Bears defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. made a critical change to his body for the upcoming season. Dexter will be expected to play a large role on the defensive line for the upcoming season.

Chicago Bears News / A to Z Sports / February 18, 2024

Bears Rookie Report Card: Evaluating Gervon Dexter's first season in Chicago

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NFL News / Yardbarker / January 17, 2023

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