Montez Sweat #98. 52 (1/1) Dexter turns 22 on the 5th of October which means he is in the ideal range for Andrew Berry's draft picks. Chicago Bears 2023 draft pick, defensive lineman Gervon Dexter Sr. shared several flights to and from team visits in the pre-draft process. We’ve almost made it. 5 tackles for loss, 4. (born October 5, 2001) is an American football defensive tackle for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL). CFN 2023 NFL Draft DT Ranking: 9 6-6, 310, Projected Round: 3rd. Dexter has a prototypical build for a one. Last, there is defensive lineman Gervon Dexter who was a solid contributor on a shaky defensive corps during his time with the team. "He wants to be. NBC Universal, Inc. . Round 2, Pick 53: DT Gervon Dexter. 23 #RAS out of a possible 10. [Platte] Gervon Dexter is a DT prospect in the 2023 draft class. And yes, all NFL players can stake a claim to being that — Dexter is built different (and in a way that goes way beyond the #BuiltDifferent cliché that is running rampant these days). The New York Post had Chicago’s 2023 NFL Draft class ranked 14th overall. 88-second 40-time. 00. Dexter has great length and athleticism when compared to. Chicago kicked off Day 2 with the selection of Dexter at No. The Bears selected defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. 38 CB Terell Smith 8. has filed a lawsuit in U. Chicago had. While Gervon Dexter Sr. 2. The Eagles have received high marks from most insiders, and according to Kent Lee Platte of RAS. Gervon Dexter. Both are veterans of the college game and are at. People often forget the knock on Lawrence when he came out of college. These highly rated defensive tackles were picked to help upgrade the interior DLine. 00. The second-round defensive tackle out of Florida is turning heads more. — Gators defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. Dexter impressed during offseason practices and is working to improve his lower-body. (Photo by Michael. Dexter Sr. Most of the preseason NFL draft hype directed at Florida has been aimed at quarterback Anthony Richardson, but it’s defensive lineman Gervon Dexter that’s the highest-ranked Gator in ESPN’s Todd McShay’s preseason rankings of the 2023 draft prospects. Later on in the draft, the Bears drafted three defensive tackles to beef up the interior with Gervon Dexter, Zacch Pickens and Travis Bell. Round 2, No. 61 LB Noah Sewell 8. 50 and 88, respectively. Florida DT Gervon Dexter Scouting Report and NFL Draft Outlook including Strengths, Weaknesses, Combine Results and Pro Player Comparison. Dexter appears to be the slightly better athlete in every testing measure except for the 10-yard split (1. But the names actually represent two defensive tackles who are embarking on their NFL journeys together after being selected by the Bears 11 picks apart on Day 2 of the draft. #99. Popejoy has the massive man taken at No. Chicago’s run. Get the latest news, live stats and game highlights. on ESPN. 43-second 40, 40. Dexter, a former five-star recruit, is one of the most talented lineman in the SEC. Here, I had my choice of second-round defensive tackles, including Mazi Smith and Gervon Dexter. 53 #RAS out of a possible 10. 4 (out of 100) on pass rushes and won. ) High football coach Tavaris Johnson leaned heavily on those traits every time he crossed paths with Gervon Dexter in the. Justin Jones #93. I have a hunch that the Packers might like Smith, a raw lineman from Michigan with light college. Former Gators defensive lineman Gervon Dexter made a convincing call to all general managers during the pre-draft process with an impressive showing at the NFL Combine on Thursday. Thursday’s practice at Halas Hall was the last one that will be open to the public on the Bears’ campus. Dexter scored a 9. Anchor, upper body strength, really powerful hands. This ranked 77th out of 1,584 DTs. J. Dexter is an impressive athlete at 6-foot-6, 310 pounds. 21 Bryan Bresee, Clemson: 9. 0:04. Rasheem Green #94. Chicago added a space-eating. Eleven draft-eligible Gators from the 2022 roster, including Anthony Richardson, Gervon Dexter, Ventrell Miller and O'Cyrus Torrence, among others, will have the opportunity to showcase their abilities in front of NFL general managers, coaches and scouts. While waiting his turn during Florida's 2023 Pro Day, Dexter walked around the team's indoor practice facility seemingly more than any player, chatting it. And the Browns are watching one today as they are in attendance at Florida’s pro day, presumably to get eyes on defensive tackle Gervon Dexter. Gervon Dexter, DT. 14. Gervon Dexter's growth. That process started with tweaking his stance from the read-and-react. Last season, Dexter totaled a career-high 55 tackles, four tackles for loss, 2. The second-round defensive tackle out of Florida is turning heads more. Richardson, the 6-foot-4-inch, 232-pound sophomore quarterback, has had the nation talking through the first four weeks of the season. The Chicago Bears selected Florida defensive tackle Gervon Dexter with the 53rd overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft. See full list on bleachernation. , Saturday, May 6, 2023. 5 sacks and 2 interceptions. Stats to know: Over the last two seasons, where most of Dexter’s playing time came, he recorded 48 pressures along with six sacks. Gervon Dexter Sr, has the athleticism, and while he isn’t perfect, he is good enough to be what the Dallas Cowboys need in his first season. Position: DT School: Florida Current Year: Junior Height/Weight: 6’6″, 310 pounds Length: 32 1/4″ Hand: 9 1/2″ Especially in the 2023 NFL Draft class, recruiting pedigree is a guiding quality when seeking out potential blue-chip prospects. Round 2, Pick 53: DT Gervon Dexter. An NIL deal signed in 2022 that gave Bears rookie Gervon Dexter more than $400,000 in exchange for 15% of his future earnings in the NFL violated a state law, according to a Florida state legislator. GAINESVILLE, Fla. has filed a lawsuit alleging his Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) deal with Big League Advance Fund II LLC violated Florida state law. The Bears selected Gervon Dexter with the 53rd pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. saw action in 12 games and played a total of. That process started with tweaking his stance from the read-and-react. Gervon Dexter, DT, Florida (6'6, 312): Florida at Vanderbilt, 12:00 p. All Combine and Draft-Related Analysis, News, Video, and Biographical Information for Gervon Dexter Sr. Subscribe to the Bears YT Channel:. pic. Dexter put on a show at the combine, notching a 1. 93 DT Zacch Pickens 9. Big, toolsy, good motor, and smart player. Patriots 🗣️ Saquon Barkley Mic'd Up: 'Play with passion' Coach Brian Daboll previews Week 12 vs. Connect the dots and Gervon Dexter could definitely be a Quinn “guy”. Florida DT Gervon Dexter Scouting Report and NFL Draft Outlook including Strengths, Weaknesses, Combine Results and Pro Player Comparison. Gervon Dexter and Zacch Pickens can feel themselves getting better by the day, and are confident they will play a key role in the Bears' 2023 season. Rasheem Green #94. looks like the next Chris Jones. He measured in at an imposing 6’6, 310 and paired that with a 4. Two Gators among The Athletic's 'most intriguing' early entrants into the 2023 NFL draft. 88 40-yard dash. He’s a versatile interior defender, who can play both 3-technique and 1. 00. What Dexter, the 6-foot-6, 312-pounder from Lake Wales, Fla. , who dominated the Commanders’ offensive line with six pressures in 33 snaps and posted the team’s second-best Pro Football Focus grade. 21 RAS, Chicago will be able to mold him into a versatile weapon. He has all the physical traits preferred for any role along the defensive line but an. 81 10-yard split and a 4. 67 DT Gervon Dexter Sr. He scored an unofficial 9. Now he’s changing the real items. Dexter was a 5-star recruit coming out of high school, and he was a three. Gervon Dexter was drafted with pick 53 of round 2 in the 2023 draft class. 88 seconds, the fastest time for any player weighing more than 300 pounds. He will be a force on the interior if he plays up to his massive athletic potential. David Turner, currently the defensive line coach at. with the 53rd pick in the second round of the draft The 6-6, 312-pounder appeared in 36 games with 24 starts over three seasons with the Gators, registering 125 tackles, 10. According to Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune, the Bears signed second-round picks defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. The Gators front seven starts with junior Gervon Dexter in the heart of the defensive line. Pickens is the second interior defensive lineman selected by general manager Ryan Poles on Day 2, joining Florida defensive tackle Gervon Dexter at 53rd overall. Richardson isn't expected to re-test after producing a 4. 00. , soon found out, though, was that much of the way things were being done by the Bears under Coach Matt Eberflus had a lot in common with what the Gators were. Latest Videos The Coach Daboll Show: Previewing Week 12 vs. Chicago Tribune. As such, Dexter would potentially owe BLA over $1 million from his initial four-year deal alone. He scored a 9. out of Florida with the No. The interior pass rush was a big problem last season. By chance, Pickens and Gervon Dexter Sr. Combine DT Rank: 7th. When he does, it is usually leverage-related. Gervon Dexter and Zacch Pickens can feel themselves getting better by the day, and are confident they will play a key role in the Bears' 2023 season. Pickens is the second interior defensive lineman selected by general manager Ryan Poles on Day 2, joining Florida defensive tackle Gervon Dexter at 53rd overall. Leverage needs to be more consistent, but Good coaching can help there. He totaled 55 tackles (four for a loss), with two sacks, an interception, and a pass breakup. . Justin Jones #93. He is a defensive tackle that stands at 6'6 and about 310 pounds. INDIANAPOLIS -- Gervon Dexter came screaming around the edge in the first quarter of the Bears' 24-17 preseason loss to the Indianapolis Colts on Saturday at Lucas Oil Stadium. Chicago Bears. Gervon Dexter, UF defensive tackle. While Dexter is a draft-eligible junior with early-round potential, his rawness still shows. RAS card. Dexter was a 5-star recruit coming out of high school, and he was a three. Dexter is an athlete. 88 40-yard dash. 97 Keenu Benton, Wisconsin: 8. Dexter spent three years at the University of Florida, his final one arguably his best. Gervon Dexter is a very intriguing Day 2 target on the. 3: Gervon Dexter, 6-foot-6, 310 pounds, Florida. Meanwhile, Chicago struggled mightily in a 27-17 loss to Tampa Bay, but Dexter provided a few bright spots in run support. Gervon Dexter, DL, Florida. : Matt Eberflus said he plans on using rookie defensive tackle Gervon Dexter more on pass rushing downs. But Pickens, whom the Bears took a more simple. Eberflus is correct. was drafted in the second round with the 22nd pick (53rd. Round 2, No. A few months ago, some highly respected draft analysts admitted they saw glimpses of All-Pro defensive lineman Chris Jones in the rookie’s game. The Bears on Friday bolstered their defense by choosing Florida defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. 61) and was highly productive at a top program (26. 23 RB Roschon Johnson 8. If. RAS (Relative Athletic Score. Gervon Dexter in Mock Drafts. The size, power, and quickness are there. Pickens. Leverage needs to be more consistent, but Good coaching can help there. ’s decision to finish the season as a participant in the Las Vegas Bowl is a testament to the progress the Gators made in 2022. Chicago’s run. The Dallas Cowboys have tried, unsuccessfully, to get the interior of their defensive line locked down for a little while now. CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – SEPTEMBER 10: Gervon Dexter Sr. RAS card. The Chicago Bears selected Florida defensive tackle Gervon Dexter with the 53rd overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft. Day 3 – Moro. 00. Defensive lineman Gervon Dexter and offensive lineman O'Cyrus Torrence were both named to the Outland Trophy preseason watch list, an award issued annually to the nation’s best interior lineman, regardless if they play on the offensive or defensive side of the ball. gallery PHOTOS: Bears draft DB Kendall Williamson With the 258th overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, the Bears. 69 RAS out of a possible 10. 70 Average of 8. NFL Draft Grades: Bears Select DL Gervon Dexter Sr. Feldman offered the following on the former. He scored a 9. (AP Photo/L. Dexter put on a show at the combine, notching a 1. At times, his tape is downright dominant. Dexter adapting quickly to Bears' defensive system. He had flashes on tape, but most thought he’d become a great run defender and not much else. 7 seconds). , a rookie defensive lineman for the Bears, is suing Big League Advanced Fund, an investment fund that makes NIL deals with collegiate athletes. Shedeur Sanders Shows Potential, Must Improve to Be NFL Ready. Dexter is big, strong, athletic beast of a man who has the ability to dominate one-on-one matchups in the trenches. 00. 2022 (Sophomore): Started at defensive tackle in all thirteen games…. 20, 2021, in Columbia, Mo. 2. The 2023 NFL Draft is approaching, marking the peak of the professional football offseason. 2022 (Sophomore): Started at defensive tackle in all thirteen games…. But the Bears got a young player with upside at the position in the second round, choosing Florida’s Gervon Dexter with the 53rd pick. He scored a 9. A five-star recruit, Dexter only played two years of high school football at Lake Whales high school in Florida. In one of the most impressive combine 40-yard dashes, Dexter (6-5 ½, 310) finished in 4. Top-flight guards highlight 2023 NBA free agency. Dominique Robinson #90. Wanny talks about why he likes Zacch Pickens. Gervon Dexter Sr. 53 #RAS out of a possible 10. -- The Bears started rebuilding Gervon Dexter from the minute the second-round pick arrived at Halas Hall. Dexter is big, strong, athletic beast of a man who has the ability to dominate one-on-one matchups in the trenches. He scored a 6. Zacch Pickens #96. Practicing in OTAs and the veteran. 52 (1/1) Dexter turns 22 on the 5th of October which means he is in the ideal range for Andrew Berry's draft picks. The team selected him with the 53rd overall pick in this year’s NFL Draft. He is a freak athlete for his size, as he posted a 4. The NIL deal agreed to pay Dexter $436,485. 67 WR Tyler Scott 8. On Day 3, the Bears added a couple of skill position players in. This ranked 77 out of 1623 DT from 1987 to 2023. 74 they have the team picking one of the more athletic interior defenders in defensive tackle Dexter. 88s 40 and some excellent jumps. Andrew Billings #97. 00. WR Jordan Addison. Listed at 6-foot-6 and over 300 pounds, Dexter has great size and length. People often forget the knock on Lawrence when he came out of college. checks a bunch of boxes as the type of player Bears GM Ryan Poles wants to build his team with moving forward. Montez Sweat #98. Florida defensive lineman Gervon Dexter celebrates a tackle during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game against Missouri Saturday, Nov. 5 tackles for loss. It's a thin defensive tackle class, but. He stands tall at 6’5” and carries around 310 pounds with ease on the field. Chicago had the NFL’s worst defensive line. Gervon Dexter Sr. Adjusting to a different type of defense than the one he played in at Florida, rookie defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. Brugler wrote that he has “outstanding big-man balance and. Nonetheless, his inherent talent has him pegged in the second round at No. He moved very well. In the 1sr RD. Ngakoue and Dexter in the Lab, Pulling for Mongo, the C Stays, and Other Bears Bullets. According to NFL Mock Draft Database, Dexter is a projected second-round pick. 2022 (Sophomore): Started at defensive tackle in all thirteen games…. RB Roschon Johnson, Texas. Dexter launched his own clothing line, G9 Apparel, and. NFL Network's Stacey Dales, Scott Pioli reveal defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. 53 overall: Gervon Dexter, DL, Florida Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports. NBC Universal, Inc. How Bears can help Gervon Dexter and Zacch Pickens by having them play 3-tech at the same time originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago. This time, the Bears chose their pivotal 3-tech for second. G. An NIL deal signed in 2022 that gave Bears rookie Gervon Dexter more than $400,000 in exchange for 15% of his future earnings in the NFL violated a state law, according to a Florida state legislator. One of the most intriguing players is the Florida DT Gervon Dexter. Thursday’s practice at Halas Hall was the last one that will be open to the public on the Bears’ campus. Gervon Dexter, Florida: 9. Feldman offered the following on the former. This ranked 468 out of 1309 OG from 1987 to 2023. -- The Bears started rebuilding Gervon Dexter from the minute the second-round pick arrived at Halas Hall. – Florida defensive lineman Gervon Dexter Sr. WR Rashee Rice. The Florida Gator defensive lineman checks in at No. Where Bears' Justin Jones, Gervon Dexter rank among defensive tackles in Madden 24. He played college football at Florida. Dexter has the ideal size and talent for a defensive tackle, standing at 6-foot-6 and 310 pounds. The Florida product took most of his reps at the one-technique. Without starting training camp yet, Dexter has already made an impact. The 6-foot-6, 310-pounder is a fascinating prospect, too. As NFL free agency cools down after the initial surge. With their first of three Day 2 picks, the Bears selected Florida defensive tackle Gervon Dexter. Justin Jones has already said. NFL Combine Grade. He is projected to go early in the second round to Seattle, per Tankathon, but could intrigue Dallas. He is a defensive tackle that stands at 6'6 and about 310 pounds. DT Gervon Dexter. The big defensive tackle out of Florida wasn’t a popular name in draft circles, no doubt mainly due to his unimpressive production with only two sacks in his final season with the Gators. Gervon Dexter and Zacch Pickens can feel themselves getting better by the day, and are confident they will play a key role in the Bears' 2023 season. There is no denying the tools. Gator Sports. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty. Justin Jones talked about what he has seen from Gervon. This ranked 49 out of 1570 DT from 1987 to 2023. 7 RAS) who has elite speed, great size and explosion, but didn’t qualify in agility, with his best mark being his height (6055) and 22 reps on the bench his lowest. " - The Athletic Jr/2023 DT *Gervon Dexter, Florida News Source: The AthleticGervon Dexter. *Splits Projected . Part of it was how Florida used him. Buy Gators Tickets. Like Richardson, Dexter is only a sophomore but will be heading to the NFL. 2. He scored a 9. , Tyrique Stevenson, Zacch Pickens, Roschon Johnson, Tyler Scott, Noah Sewell, Terell Smith, Travis Bell and Kendall Williamson. He totaled 42 tackles last season (four for a loss) and 2. Yannick Ngakoue #91. 53. "Gervon is an ascending talent with an unlimited ceiling," said co-defensive coordinator and defensive line coach Sean Spencer. Chicago Bears defensive tackle Gervon Dexter speaks with the media on the first day of rookie minicamp on Friday at Halas Hall in Lake Forest, Illinois. and offensive lineman O'Cyrus Torrence might be the unofficial Nos. Most second-round picks. and athletic (RAS of 9. Yannick Ngakoue #91. [1] Dexter is a 6’6”, 310-pound interior defensive lineman projected as a Day 2 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. 13. Using a 2nd round pick on a defensive tackle with limited sack production had many confused. If persistence is the intersection of optimism and grit, Lake Wales (Fla. Gervon Dexter, DT, Florida (6'6, 312): Florida at Vanderbilt, 12:00 p. The Chicago Bears selected Florida interior defensive lineman Gervon Dexter Sr. As a result, he's heard from several teams that he could be a late first-round selection. Gervon Dexter arrived to uncertain shrugs when the Chicago Bears drafted him in April. The Gator defensive tackle has the length, power, and athleticism to develop into a dominant force along the defensive line. The get-off appears a bit faster today, as well. He’s a prototypical 2-gap defender who can eat up space and blockers. However, he also struggles with consistency. Includes scoring, rushing, defensive and receiving stats. The Relative Athletic Score (RAS) reduces a prospect's performance at the combine into a single, straightforward statistic. Age, Week 1 - 22. Chicago added a space-eating. Round 2, Pick 54 (from Ravens) Fishbain: Gervon Dexter Sr. The Bears selected Gervon Dexter with the 53rd pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Dominique Robinson #90. RAS card. Now they must develop. The Chicago Bears are just a week away from training camp but Gervon Dexter has already made an impact. checks a bunch of boxes as the type of player Bears GM Ryan Poles wants to build his team with moving forward. CHI Defensive Lineman. At least one, and hopefully both, can have strong preseason play. Photo: Gervon Dexter Sr. An opposing SEC coach told The Athletic in May that Dexter "looks like he was made in a lab" at 6-foot-6 and 310 pounds. He used neither during his time in college. The 2022 NFL Draft is the car behind us in the rearview mirror, and not many football fans are anxiously awaiting the next. The defensive tackle has a lab-built frame at 6-foot-6 and 303 pounds with all the athleticism to be an impact. during a game in 2022. 81 10-yard split and a 4. #Bears — Herb Howard (@HerbHoward411) August 10, 2023. 5-inch vertical and 129-inch broad in Indianapolis, Ind. With the No. He scored a 9. Gervon Dexter Sr. on ESPN. The positives. University of Florida product Gervon Dexter Sr. Gervon Dexter is a DT prospect in the 2023 draft class. The Bears have high hopes for his development. This ranked 77th out of 1,584 DTs. 10290. 53 pick in the second round on Friday evening. The team selected him with the 53rd overall pick in this year’s NFL Draft. At Florida, at times Dexter was downright dominant using his elite combination of size and strength to go with great athleticism. My take: Dexter, who made 24 starts in 38 games at Florida, checks all the boxes of the traits Bears coach Matt. Last. Gervon Dexter Sr. 00 after his pro day. Out of all interior defensive linemen. DL Gervon Dexter Sr. The Chicago Bears shored up the defensive line with the selection of Florida defensive tackle Gervon Dexter in the second round of the 2023 NFL draft. Dexter has been a key contributor on the defensive front since his freshman year. Justin Jones #93. 4 in the Unpacking Future Packers countdown. " - The Athletic Jr/2023 DT *Gervon Dexter, Florida News Source: The AthleticGervon Dexter is a DT prospect in the 2023 draft class. WR Rashee Rice. (Florida): 9'2" Byron Young (Alabama): 9'0" Notable bench presses. DT Gervon Dexter, Florida (Round 2, Pick 53) Nate Atkins’ scouting report: “The Bears need a 1-technique or 3-technique to pair with Justin Jones, who can help stop the run. LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 15: Gervon Dexter #98 of the Chicago Bears looks on during minicamp at Halas Hall on June 15, 2023 in Lake Forest, Illinois. I spoke with a couple of coaches who believe I can do. 94. Get More 2023 Draft Profiles here. He can be slow off the snap, which hurts his pass. shared several flights to and from team visits in the pre-draft process. 2023 regular season stats. Dexter put on a show at the combine, notching a 1. 0 (2/2) RAS - 9. 4 (out of 100) on pass rushes and won. Round 2, Pick 53: Gervon Dexter, DT, Florida The trenches — that’s what Chicago came into the 2023 NFL Draft needing to focus on. How Bears can help Gervon Dexter and Zacch Pickens by having them play 3-tech at the same time originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago. •. Bears rookie defensive tackles Zacch Pickens (96) and Gervon Dexter (98) are making an impact at Bears training camp. We had Kent on “The Draft Countdown” Podcast this past week and got some insight on RAS and how it can be used to judge prospect’s athleticism. #99. Gervon Dexter, expected to be the third Florida player selected in the upcoming NFL Draft, believes he can provide teams with a unique flexibility. As a second-round pick, Dexter signed a four-year, $6. DL Gervon Dexter.