Falcons Add Gervon Dexter to Reinforce Interior Rush

Atlanta acquired defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. from Chicago for Clark Phillips III and a 2026 fifth-round pick. Dexter and Za'Darius Smith have helped underpin a reportedly NFL-best pass-rush win rate, with Atlanta generating pressure through coordinated four-man rushes and minimal blitzing, but the group still must turn pressure into consistent sacks despite major injuries.