I have a hunch that the Packers might like Smith, a raw lineman from Michigan with light college. profiles more as a 3-tech/4i but has the size and skill set to play in the middle of the defense in defensive lineman Gervon Dexter, who. Well, Gervon Dexter Sr. Then in 2022, Lawrence evolved. . knows his get-off needs work. You don't actually notice Dexter losing a lot of snaps. Stacey Wescott, Chicago Tribune/TNS. Mark J. 0 sacks, 7 forced fumbles over last two seasons at Notre Dame). 7 seconds). (98) and Zacch Pickens (96) "Dexter and Pickens" sounds like it could be a law firm or maybe a country music duo. , linebackers T. Gervon Dexter was drafted with pick 53 of round 2 in the 2023 draft class. Dexter racked up 55 tackles, four tackles for loss, two. Gervon Dexter was drafted with pick 53 of round 2 in the 2023 draft class. Pickens joins second-round pick Gervon Dexter Sr. He totaled 42 tackles last season (four for a loss) and 2. Like Richardson, Dexter is only a sophomore but will be heading to the NFL. on ESPN. This ranked 77 out of 1620 DT from 1987 to 2023. 67 WR Tyler Scott 8. "He's definitely taken a lot of steps forward, in the pass rush and the run game too," said defensive line coach Travis. , during OTA last week. 53 CB Tyrique Stevenson 8. Pick 45: Gervon Dexter, IDL, FLorida (Tier 1) 6’5″ | 310 | RAS: 9. Dexter is already an imposing figure at 6’6” and 312 pounds. Buy Gators Tickets. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports. Jones was also a 2nd round pick with high level traits. Florida’s Gervon Dexter (9. Ngakoue and Dexter in the Lab, Pulling for Mongo, the C Stays, and Other Bears Bullets. Most draft experts saw him as a third-round pick, but the Bears selected him in the middle of the second round. , Tyrique Stevenson, Zacch Pickens, Roschon Johnson, Tyler Scott, Noah Sewell, Terell Smith, Travis Bell and Kendall Williamson. In the process, they got help at another position of need. Gervon hasn’t proven to be much of a pass rusher during his time at Florida but you can see. " - The Athletic Jr/2023 DT *Gervon Dexter, Florida News Source: The AthleticGervon Dexter. 00. Gervon Dexter, DT, Florida (6'6, 312): Florida at Vanderbilt, 12:00 p. Safe to say, Dexter and. 53. Dexter has great length and athleticism when compared to. Breakdown: The Bears need a 1-technique or 3-technique to pair with Justin Jones. What Dexter, the 6-foot-6, 312-pounder from Lake Wales, Fla. The Eagles have received high marks from most insiders, and according to Kent Lee Platte of RAS. 9. The Chicago Bears selected Florida defensive tackle Gervon Dexter with the 53rd overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft. Ryan Poles opted for an offensive tackle in the first round to help protect Justin Fields. At 6-6, 310 pounds, Dexter is a towering presence on the inside who would make for an explosive running mate alongside Chris. 44 RAS score, the Saints 2023 draft class had the third highest RAS average across the entire NFL. Dexter. 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. Leverage needs to be more consistent, but Good coaching can help there. Just one more sleep until Chicago Bears preseason football. 71 and 5. : Matt Eberflus said he plans on using rookie defensive tackle Gervon Dexter more on pass rushing downs. 38 CB Terell Smith 8. NFL Combine Grade. Get the latest news, live stats and game highlights. Growing up, Dexter was a star basketball athlete but also chose to play football in his junior year. The roster has a lot of 3T/5T guys but not a lot of. Gervon Dexter Sr. Pickens had an intuition after consistently running into his fellow SEC defensive. The get-off appears a bit faster today, as well. Wanny talks about why he likes Zacch Pickens. A third-year journalism student with a focus in sports and media. Justin Jones #93. High school career[] Dexter attended Lake Wales High School in Lake Wales, Florida. twitter. This ranked 49 out of 1570 DT from. Gervon Dexter Sr. 20, 2021, in Columbia, Mo. 18 on the relative athletic score used to test athleticism. Dexter was a key piece along Florida's defensive front in 2022, starting all. Height: 6-5¾ | 6-6; Weight: 310 | 310; Arms: 32¾ | 32¼; Wingspan: 85 | 80⅞; 40-yard dash: 5. That doesn't mean a lot given that second- and third-team defensive lines -- those. They took Tennessee offensive tackle Darnell Wright in that spot, then picked Florida defensive tackle Gervon Dexter in the second round at No. LAKE FOREST, Ill. 2022 (Sophomore): Started at defensive tackle in all thirteen games…. The NIL deal agreed to pay Dexter $436,485. All Combine and Draft-Related Analysis, News, Video, and Biographical Information for Gervon Dexter Sr. During his six years at Penn State, the Nittany Lions were among college football's most. Dexter Jr. He is a very athletic prospect, the sixth. (Florida) and Zacch Pickens (South Carolina), to add some much. 5% Positive run play percentage (T-48th) 0. Gervon Dexter is about as big as they come at 6’6” and 310 pounds. Gervon Dexter and Zacch Pickens. Pitting an athlete like Gervon Dexter into the mix might go a long way as a solution. 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. , Saturday, May 6, 2023. RAS: 9. Bears second-round draft pick Gervon Dexter (9) had 55 tackles, two sacks and 4. The pick: Gervon Dexter, DT, Florida. 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. Includes scoring, rushing, defensive and receiving stats. Nonetheless, his inherent talent has him pegged in the second round at No. He measured in at an imposing 6’6, 310 and paired that with a 4. 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. However, the one who probably came the closest was Gervon Dexter. 53 Overall. 00. Khalid Kareem #52. #Bears — Herb Howard (@HerbHoward411) August 10, 2023. He was a standout basketball. Here, I had my choice of second-round defensive tackles, including Mazi Smith and Gervon Dexter. Gervon Dexter Jr. The 6-foot-6-inch, 310-pound defensive lineman spent three seasons at UF before he declared for the. The rookie. The Chicago Bears are just a week away from training camp but Gervon Dexter has already made an impact. As such, Dexter would potentially owe BLA over $1 million from his. A member of Florida's 2020 recruiting class out of Lake Wales (Fla. Bears rookie defensive tackles Zacch Pickens (96) and Gervon Dexter (98) are making an impact at Bears training camp. 43 RAS out of a possible 10. That process started with tweaking his stance from the read-and-react. 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. Gervon Dexter Sr. Gervon Dexter Sr. Draft Year: 2023 40 time: 4. Now they must develop. 81 10-yard split and a 4. He scored a 9. Teammates such as defensive lineman Gervon Dexter realized Miller's absence rather immediately against Kentucky. Dexter put on a show at the combine, notching a 1. At times, his tape is downright. 15. NBC Universal, Inc. The Dallas Cowboys have tried, unsuccessfully, to get the interior of their defensive line locked down for a little while now. Biography. WR Jordan Addison. He scored a 9. By Mark Potash. 00. It's a thin defensive tackle class, but. What Dexter, the 6-foot-6, 312-pounder from Lake Wales, Fla. Edwards said. 21. “I can play multiple positions on the front, and I have a lot of length. A part of the deal states that Dexter — who was drafted in the second round of the NFL Draft to the Chicago Bears — is required to pay 15% of his. He’s a versatile interior defender, who can play both 3-technique and 1. Thursday, Florida defensive tackle Gervon Dexter and former Miami cornerback Tyrique Stevenson signed their four-year rookie contracts. The 6-7 tackle has shown position versatility. Popejoy has the massive man taken at No. As Calais Campbell. That. Dexter Sr. (AP Photo/Nam. 88s 40 and some excellent jumps. In 2020 as a freshman Dexter Sr. Highlights. However, the body of work just isn’t there yet. 0:00. 53 overall pick. 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. 14. Safe to say, Dexter and. Gervon Dexter NFL Draft Profile Position: DT School: Florida Current Year: Junior Height/Weight: 6’6″, 310 pounds Length: 32 1/4″ Hand: 9 1/2″ Especially in the. [Platte] Gervon Dexter is a DT prospect in the 2023 draft class. 18 on the relative athletic score used to test athleticism. — Gervon Dexter SR (@GervonDexter) July 9, 2023. When mocking players in future drafts (and free agency), RAS scores and Top 30 visits should play a big part. 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. A player that Gutekunst could target in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft is Gervon Dexter Sr. He stands tall at 6’5” and carries around 310 pounds with ease on the field. If the Packers want more length, Florida’s Gervon Dexter is another box-checker in terms of size, athleticism and upside. Andrew Billings #97. He was a standout basketball player. Both were second. Stacy Revere/Getty Images. Florida used him often as a nose tackle, but he has the flexibility to play up and down the. The 6-foot-6-inch, 310-pound defensive lineman spent three seasons at UF before he declared for the. 2, 2022, in Gainesville, Fla. The Bears rookie has started to really flash against the run. 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 deal, signed in May 2022 before Dexter's junior season with the Gators, granted Big League Advance. . Gervon Dexter Sr. People often forget the knock on Lawrence when he came out of college. The Football Writers Association of America has presented the trophy since. Nick Baumgardner put together a two-round mock draft to close out the first month of the year, and former UF quarterback Anthony Richardson made the list along with offensive guard O'Cyrus. These highly rated defensive tackles were picked to help upgrade the interior DLine. Poles just saw KC win a super bowl with Jones dominating and was part of the front office that drafted him. The action seeks a declaratory judgment that the contract is not enforceable. 5 tackles for loss at Florida last season. Photo by James Gilbert/Getty. 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. Darnell Wright, Gervon Dexter Sr. 21 Bryan Bresee, Clemson: 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. 81 10-yard split and a 4. Bears rookie defensive linemen Gervon Dexter Sr. twitter. " - The Athletic Jr/2023 DT *Gervon Dexter, Florida News Source: The AthleticGervon Dexter is a DT prospect in the 2023 draft class. Chicago Bears selected Florida defensive tackle Gervon Dexter with the 53rd overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft. , who dominated the Commanders’ offensive line with six pressures in 33 snaps and posted the team’s second-best Pro Football Focus grade. 10290. 38 CB Terell Smith 8. Dexter cracked the top 50. Gervon Dexter NFL Draft Profile Gervon Dexter did not sneak up on us. 13. 86 score. out of Florida. Apr 29, 2023 at 11:44 AM. While drafting a defensive lineman was hardly unexpected, everybody felt GM Ryan Poles sought an interior pass rusher. 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. 5 tackles for loss, 4. on ESPN. 00 RAS out of a possible 10. Oregon State in the Las Vegas Bowl (Dec. NBC Universal, Inc. 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. 53 overall: Gervon Dexter, DL, Florida Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports. "He wants to be. Former UF defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. Photo: Gervon Dexter Sr. 93 DT Zacch Pickens 9. Great power and first step. season team g gs tkl ast combined solo sck Gervon Dexter Sr. See photos of all the new Bears rookies selected in the 2023 NFL Draft. He recorded 75 tackles and finished his Gator career with 120. “It’s been a huge. deals with updated roles in Florida’s new-look defense, he also embraces a new chapter in his life: fatherhood. Regarding their next selection, Gervon Dexter, things got way more technical. Gervon Dexter is a DT prospect in the 2023 draft class. The Florida product took most of his reps at the one-technique. College: Florida Age: 21 Height: 6'6" Weight: 310. After joining the team and dominating (18 sacks as a senior), he became a five-star recruit and the number three defensive tackle of the 2020 high school. 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. Former Chicago Bears return specialist Devin Hester announces Chicago's selection of Florida Gators defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. Yannick Ngakoue #91. Former University of Florida defensive lineman and current Chicago Bears rookie Gervon Dexter Sr. 94. DL Gervon Dexter Sr. 00. 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. Round 2, No. The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman put together his top-100 college football “freaks list” for the 2022 campaign, with the Florida Gators landing a pair of its players, quarterback Anthony Richardson and defensive tackle Gervon Dexter, who were named at Nos. This time, the Bears chose their pivotal 3-tech for second. Yannick Ngakoue #91. The Bears' second-round pick got good interior push on a critical third-and-long play before disengaging from the. 3: Gervon Dexter, 6-foot-6, 310 pounds, Florida. According to multiple CBS Sports writers, Anthony Richardson and Gervon Dexter Sr. Gervon Dexter is a DT prospect in the 2023 draft class. 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. Here’s a quick rundown on Dexter: Height: 6-6. ” Linebacker Brenton Cox Jr. This offseason has to be about loading up in the trenches, both in free agency and the draft. Of any player on this list, Dexter is quite easily the biggest projection currently. The Bears addressed their need at defensive tackle in an aggressive manner. He stands nearly 6’6, weighing over 300lb, and possesses impressive arm length and athletic traits rare for. Chicago Bears. Meanwhile, Chicago struggled mightily in a 27-17 loss to Tampa Bay, but Dexter provided a few bright spots in run support. The interior pass rush was a big problem last season. This ranked 77 out of 1623 DT from 1987 to 2023. His Relative Athletic Score put him as the 77th defensive tackle out of. Recorded 5 tackles (1 solo) vs. Tape Breakdown. was drafted in the second round with the 22nd pick (53rd overall) in 2023 NFL Draft by the Chicago Bears on Friday night. Dexter was a 5-star recruit coming out of high school, and he was a three. Dominique Robinson #90. 17)…. He is a player you are taking based on his high ceiling he is. 63 to New Orleans for 3. Recorded 2 tackles (1 solo) including 1 TFL at Florida State (Nov. Weight: 310. While Wright has had his ups and downs, it seems defensive tackle Gervon Dexter has been on a steady climb since camp began. He scored a 9. “I can play multiple positions on the front, and I have a lot of length. Chicago kicked off Day 2 with the selection of Dexter at No. 69 RAS out of a possible 10. -- Sean Spencer has spent a lifetime in football. FILE - Florida defensive lineman Gervon Dexter runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, March 2, 2023. Justin Jones has already said. Rasheem Green #94. LAKE FOREST, Ill. Dexter has a prototypical build for a one. Dexter was a 5-star recruit coming out of high school, and he was a three. However, as he shared on social media in response. Aug 11, 2023. While Poles loved what he saw from the Florida defensive tackle on tape and the athletic testing, something else sold the organization. Dexter adapting quickly to Bears' defensive system. Finished the season with 55 tackles, 4 TFLs, 4 quarterback hurries, 2 sacks, 1 interception, and a. In ESPN’s latest three-round mock draft, analysts Mel Kiper Jr. Andrew Billings #97. (98) now wears the (burnt) orange and (Navy) blue of the Chicago Bears. It's not really an oddity or reason for concern that defensive tackle Gervon Dexter, chosen 53rd overall, and cornerback Tyrique Stevenson, the 56th pick, remain unsigned. How old is Gervon Dexter? Gervon Dexter is 22 years old. Great power and first step. and linebacker Derek Wingo are. GAINESVILLE, Fla. (98) now wears the (burnt) orange and (Navy) blue of the Chicago Bears. The Bears. Most draft experts saw him as a third-round pick, but the Bears selected him in the middle of the second round. Gervon Dexter Sr. Oregon State in the Las Vegas Bowl (Dec. was drafted in the second round with the 22nd pick (53rd. Dexter has great size at 6-foot-6, 310 pounds and had a 4. Photo: Joe Robbins/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images. A grade of nearly six projects Dexter as an average backup or special teamer, with a. Dexter has the ideal size and talent for a defensive tackle, standing at 6-foot-6 and 310 pounds. Dexter put on a show at the combine, notching a 1. LAKE FOREST, Ill. Dexter has the ideal size and talent for a defensive tackle, standing at 6-foot-6. GAINESVILLE, Fla. Dexter, a former five-star recruit, is one of the most talented lineman in the SEC. See full list on bleachernation. 69 RAS out of a possible 10. Ebenhack HEIGHT:. Here’s a quick rundown on Dexter:. NFL Network's Stacey Dales, Scott Pioli reveal defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. Montez Sweat #98. Pickens was the second defensive tackle the Bears took in the draft, joining Gervon Dexter Sr. We’re counting down our top 15 draft prospects for the Bears in 2023. A five-star recruit with ideal length and flexibility at his size, Dexter is a one-gap penetrator who. View the profile of Chicago Bears Defensive Tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. 53 CB Tyrique Stevenson 8. LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - JULY 26: Gervon Dexter Sr. "Right now, I think we have five or six top-30 visits," Dexter said. Introduction. on ESPN. Florida DT Gervon Dexter. The Bears' defensive line notched eight sacks in the preseason opener against the Titans. Highlights. Gervon Dexter is a DT prospect in the 2023 draft class. Contact/Follow @ColFootballNews & @PeteFiutak. 0. 2023 NFL Draft Prospect Breakdown: Gervon. This is a fun nugget from CHGO’s Adam Hoge, who relays a message from Bears Head Coach Matt Eberflus who says the team has new plans for rookie defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. 01 Zacch Pickens, South Carolina: 8. Gervon Dexter Sr. While nobody disputed his ability as a run-stopper at Florida, one would think the Bears would save such a valuable selection for somebody who could get after. 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. Gervon Dexter, Florida : I was honestly surprised by how well Gervon Dexter tested. A five-star recruit, Dexter only played two years of high school football at Lake Whales high school in Florida. This ranked 77 out of 1623 DT from 1987 to 2023. A four-year starter at Wisconsin, the 6-3, 309-pound Benton accumulated 19 tackles for loss and nine sacks in his career. Second-round selections Gervon Dexter Sr. The Bears have high hopes for his development. DeMarcus Walker #95. 81; 3. Age, Week 1 - 22. WR Jordan Addison. Chicago Tribune. Scott Carter / Senior Writer. Last week, Taylor Doll brought you her Tyrique Stevenson episode, so let’s keep it going with the 2023 Chicago Bears draft class and get into defensive tackle. Exemplified by his bench and squat numbers above, he has plenty of strength that will transfer over to the next level, as. Zacch Pickens #96. If. The second-round defensive tackle out of Florida is turning heads more. He is a. While Gervon Dexter Sr. 9. Fellow rookie Zacch Pickens has had. 88 40-yard dash. 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. That process started with tweaking his stance from the read-and-react. Total Score: 70. ) High football coach Tavaris Johnson leaned heavily on those traits every time he crossed paths with Gervon Dexter in the. Check back every other day. in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft, 53rd overall. University of Florida product Gervon Dexter Sr. Matt Pendleton/Gator Sports. He scored a 9. All Combine and Draft-Related Analysis, News, Video, and Biographical Information for Gervon Dexter Sr. -- There is little to be. 53 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, the Chicago Bears selected Florida defensive tackle Gervon Dexter. DT Gervon Dexter.