Dexter. 18 on the relative athletic score used to test athleticism. A trio of Gators should hear their names called in the first two rounds of the 2023 NFL draft, according to the latest mock from The Athletic. Gervon Dexter, DL, Florida. #99. 53 #RAS out of a possible 10. When the Bears selected Gervon Dexter and Zacch Pickens in. It was a clean sweep for defense on Day 2, with cornerback Tyrique Stevenson and defensive tackles Gervon Dexter and Zacch Pickens. We’re counting down our top 15 draft prospects for the Bears in 2023. Get the latest news, live stats and game highlights. Dexter was a 5-star recruit coming out of high school, and he was a three. These highly rated defensive tackles were picked to help upgrade the interior DLine. 53. 00. and Todd McShay included three Gators inside the first 102 picks, with Anthony Richardson going in the first round to Indianapolis, O'Cyrus Torrence going in the second round, also to Indianapolis, and Gervon Dexter going in the third round, to Cleveland. Thursday’s practice at Halas Hall was the last one that will be open to the public on the Bears’ campus. His get-off isn’t great, and he can struggle against physical. fits all of those to a T. 15. The Bears addressed their need at defensive tackle in an aggressive manner. LAKE FOREST, Ill. Dexter put on a show at the combine, notching a 1. Includes scoring, rushing, defensive and receiving stats. Over 33 snaps, the former Gator pressured the passer six times, graded at an 82. If persistence is the intersection of optimism and grit, Lake Wales (Fla. The Chicago Bears selected Florida interior defensive lineman Gervon Dexter Sr. Gervon Dexter as Our Chris Jones? I really like Dexter as our 2nd pick, and while some people seem to think he is just a run stuffer I think Poles drafted him with Chris Jones in mind. Gervon Dexter could follow a similar path. Gervon Dexter was a member of Bruce Feldman’s ‘Freaks List’ prior to the 2022 season, and we saw why with his performance at the NFL Combine. " - The Athletic Jr/2023 DT *Gervon Dexter, Florida News Source: The AthleticGervon Dexter. District Court in Gainesville, contending a future earnings clause in a $436,485 Name, Image. , a rookie defensive lineman for the Bears, is suing Big League Advanced Fund, an investment fund that makes NIL deals with collegiate athletes. Montez Sweat #98. We’ve almost made it. Chicago added a space-eating. He is a freak athlete for his size, as he posted a 4. Dexter signed a four-year contract worth $6,723,732 with the Bears on June 16, 2023, that included a $1,889,983 signing bonus. They added Wright with the 10th pick, and although they lost their original second-rounder in a trade for Chase Claypool, the Bears were able to add a high-upside DT in Gervon Dexter at 53. The Bears' defensive line notched eight sacks in the preseason opener against the Titans. The action seeks a declaratory judgment that the contract is not enforceable. 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). Gervon Dexter is a good run defender who can eat up space and plug gaps. Round 2, Pick 53: DT Gervon Dexter. The 6-2, 225-pounder played in 47 career games through four seasons with the Longhorns, making five starts. 20, 2021, in Columbia, Mo. Gervon Dexter is a DT prospect in the 2023 draft class. Florida defensive lineman Gervon Dexter celebrates a tackle during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game against Missouri Saturday, Nov. Marcus Mosher. He is a player you are taking based on his high ceiling he is. A rangy athletic interior defensive lineman at 6-foot-6 and 312 pounds, Dexter finished his Florida career with 125 tackles, 9. WR Jordan Addison. 057 Points Saved per run play (T-79th) 6. Chicago rookie Gervon Dexter Sr. Gervon Dexter in Mock Drafts. Montez Sweat #98. Biography. 5 tackles-for-loss, 5. The rookie. ’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. Big, toolsy, good motor, and smart player. Anchor, upper body strength, really powerful hands. The 6-foot-6-inch, 310-pound defensive lineman spent three seasons at UF before he declared for the. "He wants to be. Thursday, Florida defensive tackle Gervon Dexter and former Miami cornerback Tyrique Stevenson signed their four-year rookie contracts. He has all the physical traits preferred for any role along the defensive line but an. He can uproot. He scored a 9. Now they must develop. What Dexter, the 6-foot-6, 312-pounder from Lake Wales, Fla. Chicago had the NFL’s worst defensive line. saw action in 12 games and played a total of. Oregon State in the Las Vegas Bowl (Dec. Here, I had my choice of second-round defensive tackles, including Mazi Smith and Gervon Dexter. Rookies Darnell Wright, Gervon Dexter Sr. He scored a 9. Gervon Dexter has partnered with NFL agent Mark Bailey of 1st Down Sports for marketing representation. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty. Richardson, the 6-foot-4-inch, 232-pound sophomore quarterback, has had the nation talking through the first four weeks of the season. 67 DT Travis Bell 8. was drafted in the second round with the 22nd pick (53rd. 5” arms, 6th percentile). from Florida after picking offensive tackle Darnell Wright. 53 overall: Gervon Dexter, DL, Florida Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports. The Athletic’s Dane Brugler even mocked Dexter to the Browns in his seven-round mock draft. 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. Total Score: 70. Regarding their next selection, Gervon Dexter, things got way more technical. Luis Medina. Here’s a quick rundown on Dexter: Height: 6-6. , warms up during the NFL football team's rookie minicamp at Halas Hall in Lake Forest, Ill. (98) and Zacch Pickens (96) "Dexter and Pickens" sounds like it could be a law firm or maybe a country music duo. He stands tall at 6’5” and carries around 310 pounds with ease on the field. Florida DT Gervon Dexter Scouting Report and NFL Draft Outlook including Strengths, Weaknesses, Combine Results and Pro Player Comparison. Gervon Dexter, Florida: 9. Bears selected Florida DT Gervon Dexter with the No. He scored a 9. Defensive back Jason Marshall Jr. 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. WCG’s lead draft analyst breaks down what the analytics say about Bears draft picks Gervon Dexter and Zacch Pickens. Probably his biggest hurdle is his snap anticipation. Chicago’s run. gregariously pumped his arms in a running motion. Bears second-round draft pick Gervon Dexter (9) had 55 tackles, two sacks and 4. -- The Bears started rebuilding Gervon Dexter from the minute the second-round pick arrived at Halas Hall. The Bears. Draft Year: 2023 40 time: 4. Gervon Dexter, Florida: 9. If the Packers want more length, Florida’s Gervon Dexter is another box-checker in terms of size, athleticism and upside. 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. , DT, Florida. Where will Anthony Richardson, O'Cyrus Torrence, Gervon Dexter and others go? Gervon Dexter was drafted with pick 53 of round 2 in the 2023 draft class. On the weekend of April 27, Dexter will wait to hear his name called at the 2023 NFL Draft. 16 RAS score. 53 overall pick. 88s 40 and some excellent jumps. One of the most intriguing players is the Florida DT Gervon Dexter. Indianapolis Colts Average score: 9. When mocking players in future drafts (and free agency), RAS scores and Top 30 visits should play a big part. 88 seconds (91%*) *Percentile calculated on how any given stat would rank at the NFL combine historically in the player's position group. With a 9. 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. The Florida Gator defensive lineman checks in at No. This offseason has to be about loading up in the trenches, both in free agency and the draft. With Gervon Dexter, the Bears have a monster in the trenches. KANSAS CITY, Mo. Photo: Gervon Dexter Sr. Using a 2nd round pick on a defensive tackle with limited sack production had many confused. Former University of Florida defensive lineman and current Chicago Bears rookie Gervon Dexter Sr. Florida DT Gervon Dexter Scouting Report and NFL Draft Outlook including Strengths, Weaknesses, Combine Results and Pro Player Comparison. But Pickens, whom the Bears took a more simple. DeMarcus. By chance, Pickens and Gervon Dexter Sr. Only the Jets and Colts had a higher average at 9. Justin Jones talked about what he has seen from Gervon Dexter so far during training camp. See photos of all the new Bears rookies selected in the 2023 NFL Draft. The positives. This ranked 77 out of 1623 DT from 1987 to 2023. Gervon Dexter, the Florida defensive tackle, is one of the higher-ranked interior linemen. 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. 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. Round 2, Pick 53: DT Gervon Dexter. Leverage needs to be more consistent, but Good coaching can help there. 00. Dexter is an athlete. This ranked 49 out of 1570 DT from 1987 to 2023. See photos of all the new Bears rookies selected in the 2023 NFL Draft. Stacy Revere/Getty Images. As such, Dexter would potentially owe BLA over $1 million from his initial four-year deal alone. The Relative Athletic Score (RAS) reduces a prospect's performance at the combine into a single, straightforward statistic. Expectations will always be high for any player. is making a smooth transition with the Bears. LAKE FOREST, Ill. Dexter is 6-foot-5 and 310 pounds and it is hard to watch him play without thinking of Stephon Tuitt. 53 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, the Chicago Bears selected Florida defensive tackle Gervon Dexter. He moved very well. Last, there is defensive lineman Gervon Dexter who was a solid contributor on a shaky defensive corps during his time with the team. And it also has me thinking about what we wrote about him after Chicago chose him with the first of its second-round picks: Dexter is a raw piece of clay that needs molding to become what we envision it to be. With their first of three Day 2 picks, the Bears selected Florida defensive tackle Gervon Dexter. Round 2, Pick 54 (from Ravens) Fishbain: Gervon Dexter Sr. University of Florida product Gervon Dexter Sr. com. The NIL deal agreed to pay Dexter $436,485. Round 2, No. A third-year journalism student with a focus in sports and media. In the 1sr RD. "Ventrell is almost like a quarterback on defense. 88 at 6-foot-6 and 312 pounds was incredible. RAS card. 53 Overall. is suing the fund for. He scored a 9. In this mock draft, they have Cleveland focusing on finishing the rebuild and retooling of their defensive line with the selections of Gervon Dexter and Isaiah McGuire. The Florida defensive lineman was selected by the Chicago Bears with the No. Practicing in OTAs and the veteran. Bears DT Gervon Dexter talks about his role as a run stopper at Florida and his transition to a scheme that lets him apply more backfield pressure. A four-year starter at Wisconsin, the 6-3, 309-pound Benton accumulated 19 tackles for loss and nine sacks in his career. Last season, Dexter totaled a career-high 55 tackles, four tackles for loss, 2. pic. 025 Points. hails from Lake Wales, Florida, located between Tampa Bay and Orlando. LAKE FOREST, Ill. Recorded 2 tackles (1 solo) including 1 TFL at Florida State (Nov. , a defensive tackle from Florida, and Tyrique Stevenson , a cornerback from Miami, inked four-year deals Thursday. Florida’s Gervon Dexter (9. Full Roster. . Why draft Gervon Dexter: Very big, very fast, and very athletic, he's a huge-but-lean 310-pounder with great quickness and 4. Jones was also a 2nd round pick with high level traits. He had flashes on tape, but most thought he’d become a great run defender and not much else. Chicago rookie Gervon Dexter Sr. While Wright has had his ups and downs, it seems defensive tackle Gervon Dexter has been on a steady climb since camp began. Strengths. Height: 6-5¾ | 6-6; Weight: 310 | 310; Arms: 32¾ | 32¼; Wingspan: 85 | 80⅞; 40-yard dash: 5. 21. Over 33 snaps, the former Gator pressured the passer six times, graded at an 82. 21 RAS, Chicago will be able to mold him into a versatile weapon. Dexter announced. ; Credit: Alex Shepherd. 94. It's a thin defensive tackle class, but. 2022 (Sophomore): Started at defensive tackle in all thirteen games…. I spoke with a couple of coaches who believe I can do. Chicago Bears 2023 draft pick, defensive lineman Gervon Dexter Sr. The combination of Pickens and Gervon Dexter bulk up the middle of the defense by adding two players who can control the line of scrimmage. All Combine and Draft-Related Analysis, News, Video, and Biographical Information for Gervon Dexter Sr. His Relative Athletic Score put him as the 77th defensive tackle out of the 1,623 to test since. The positives. A grade of nearly six projects Dexter as an average backup or special teamer, with a. Introduction. Chicago Bears. We know that Dexter is on Kansas City’s radar as the team had a formal meeting with him at the combine already. Gervon Dexter Sr. , 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. I had concerns about his ability to. Buy Gators Tickets. They were right for the first three years. Gervon Dexter Sr. They added Wright with the 10th pick, and although they lost their original second-rounder in a trade for Chase Claypool, the Bears were able to add a high-upside DT in Gervon Dexter at 53. 2. #Bears — Herb Howard (@HerbHoward411) August 10, 2023. “The centers, the guards, they’re a lot faster and smarter,” Dexter said. Mark J. Day 3 – Moro. The Bears on Friday bolstered their defense by choosing Florida defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. Bears rookie defensive tackles Zacch Pickens (96) and Gervon Dexter (98) are making an impact at Bears training camp. 50 and 88, respectively. If persistence is the intersection of optimism and grit, Lake Wales (Fla. 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. Photo by James Gilbert/Getty. Gervon Dexter is a very intriguing Day 2 target on the. Chicago turned around on day two and addressed the defensive line, taking a pair of two-gapping block-eaters in Gervon Dexter Sr. He explained it to Cynthia Frelund of NFL Network as something called the DXA scan. Highlights. Florida’s Gervon Dexter Sr. When the Bears selected Gervon Dexter and Zacch Pickens in. LAKE FOREST, Ill. and Zacch Pickens meet the media prior to the first practice of rookie minicamp. 00 after his pro day. Wanny talks about why he likes Zacch Pickens. 3 and 4 on that list. Gervon Dexter Sr. A five-star recruit with ideal length and flexibility at his size, Dexter is a one-gap penetrator who. , Tyrique Stevenson, Zacch Pickens, Roschon Johnson, Tyler Scott, Noah Sewell, Terell Smith, Travis Bell and Kendall Williamson. Gervon Dexter (DT, Florida). The Bears say Dexter falls into the category of someone who hasn’t fully optimized his strength yet and has room to grow. — When big boy offensive lineman Richard Gouraige sprinted the 40-yard dash Thursday, defensive lineman Gervon Dexter Sr. Ian has the Packers taking Gervon Dexter. They were right for the first three years. NFL Combine Grade: 5. I spoke with a couple of coaches who believe I can do. The Bears selected Gervon Dexter with the 53rd pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. 2023 regular season stats. This ranked 77th out of 1,584 DTs. 88 40-yard dash. As NFL free. ” Linebacker Brenton Cox Jr. Gervon Dexter is one of the more intriguing prospects in this class. Justin Jones #93. This ranked 77 out of 1623 DT from 1987 to 2023. But Dexter only showed flashes of dominance at Florida. m. 53 overall pick. At least one, and hopefully both, can have strong preseason play. LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JUNE 15: Gervon Dexter #98 of the Chicago Bears looks on during minicamp at Halas Hall. The get-off appears a bit faster today, as well. 0 (2/2) RAS - 9. Here’s a quick rundown on Dexter:. 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. Dexter is big, strong, athletic beast of a man who has the ability to dominate one-on-one matchups in the trenches. Chicago Bears. Photo: Gervon Dexter; Credit: Alex Shepherd In this day and age of college football, it's become atypical to witness players stick around for non-playoff bowl games if they have their eyes set on. 00. The Chicago Bears surprised people when they made Gervon Dexter their second pick in the 2023 draft. Round 2, Pick 63: Florida DT Gervon Dexter. 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. College: Florida Age: 21 Height: 6'6" Weight: 310. 03 | 4. Dominique Robinson #90. Rasheem Green #94. , Saturday, May 6, 2023. 5 tackles for loss at Florida last season. At Florida, at times Dexter was downright dominant using his elite combination of size and strength to go with great athleticism. , DT, Florida. He scored a 9. On May 9, 2022, Dexter became a father to a baby boy, Gervon Lashawn Dexter Jr. That doesn't mean a lot given that second- and third-team defensive lines -- those. #99 of the Chicago Bears walks off the field following the 38-20 loss against the Green Bay Packers at Soldier Field on September 10, 2023 in. Introduction. The NIL deal agreed to pay Dexter $436,485. Buy Gators Tickets. RAS: 9. Breakdown: The Bears need a 1-technique or 3-technique to pair with Justin Jones. ) High, Dexter. Associated Press. is the one that sticks out as a reach. 13. He is a. Gervon Dexter, Florida DT. Dexter is an impressive athlete at 6-foot-6, 310 pounds. On May 9, 2022, Gervon Dexter Jr. WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Stacey Wescott, Chicago Tribune/TNS. This ranked 49 out of 1570 DT from 1987 to 2023. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports. 53 CB Tyrique Stevenson 8. With an average of a 9. #98 of the Chicago Bears takes part in a drill during training camp at Halas Hall on July 26, 2023 in Lake Forest, Illinois. Gervon Dexter Sr. – Florida defensive lineman Gervon Dexter Sr. Gervon Dexter Jr. Then in 2022, Lawrence evolved. [1] Dexter is a 6’6”, 310-pound interior defensive lineman projected as a Day 2 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. on ESPN. 0:00. ) High football coach Tavaris Johnson leaned heavily on those traits every time he crossed paths with Gervon Dexter in the. Photo: Joe Robbins/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images. (WCJB) -They say availability is a skill, and Gator Gervon Dexter is volunteering his services anywhere along the defensive line in this week’s NFL Draft. 70 out of 10, which included a 4. Biography. But that coach said Dexter's struggles with pad level help offensive linemen move him "two gaps away from where he's supposed to be. Gervon Dexter is lighting it up on the field at the Combine during DL drills. The Bears' second-round pick got good interior push on a critical third-and-long play before disengaging from the. (98) now wears the (burnt) orange and (Navy) blue of the Chicago Bears. Check back every other day. Florida’s Gervon Dexter is the latest collegiate athlete to cash in on name, image and likeness, becoming the first SEC defensive lineman to sign a sponsorship deal. 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. Dexter scored a 9. Richardson isn't expected to re-test after producing a 4. Dexter has great length and athleticism when compared to. But Gervon's ability to press and extend is very similar to Dexter's. RB Roschon Johnson, Texas. 0 (2/2) RAS - 9. 07 Colby Wooden, Auburn: 9. WR Rashee Rice. Gervon Dexter going 53rd overall to the Chicago Bears in the draft last month was met with a lukewarm response. 53 pick and Miami cornerback Tyrique Stevenson three spots later after trading up with the. DT Gervon Dexter. Connect the dots and Gervon Dexter could definitely be a Quinn “guy”. The problem was they weren’t numerous enough. 71 and 5. WR. Justin Jones has already said. The Bears had a plan and executed it well even when the board didn’t fall their. DeMarcus. Both Dexter and third-round rookie defensive tackle Zacch Pickens figure to be in a game-day rotation with starters Justin Jones and Andrew Billings. See full list on bleachernation. Rookie DT Gervon Dexter is having himself a day!! Sacks, TFLs, and batted balls. and athletic (RAS of 9. The Chicago Bears drafted defensive tackles Gervon Dexter and Zacch Pickens on Day 2 of the 2023 NFL draft, with the hope that they’ll develop into long-term starters. CHI Defensive Lineman. Each prospect is given a score from 0 to 10 based on how their. Just one more sleep until Chicago Bears preseason football. Dexter recorded eight tackles against. 53 CB Tyrique Stevenson 8. The 2023 NFL Draft is approaching, marking the peak of the professional football offseason. 52. 5 tackles for loss, 22. , who dominated the Commanders’ offensive line with six pressures in 33 snaps and posted the team’s second-best Pro Football Focus grade. 4. Former Chicago Bears return specialist Devin Hester announces Chicago's selection of Florida Gators defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. 2, 2022, in Gainesville, Fla. “You don’t really notice them being rookies,” linebacker T. The signing of defensive end Yannick Ngakoue is no doubt a huge upgrade to a mostly barren defensive front, but the Bears will still need the other. out of Florida with the No. The 2023 Bears draft class RAS scores per @mathbomb: OT Darnell Wright 9. May 6, 2023, 12:40pm PDT. Gervon Dexter could follow a similar path. Here are Clemson’s Bryan Bresee, Wisconsin’s Keeanu Benton, Texas’ Keondre Coburn, Florida’s Gervon Dexter, and South Carolina’s Zacch Pickens describing the plays they most remember, with tape examples and further descriptions.