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Atlanta Falcons finalize 53-man roster after acquiring Gervon Dexter from Chicago

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 9:34 AM

Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Atlanta Falcons finalize 53-man roster after acquiring Gervon Dexter from Chicago

Summary

The Atlanta Falcons completed their roster moves to reach the 53-man NFL limit on Sunday. As part of the final adjustments, the team executed a trade with the Chicago Bears to acquire defensive tackle Gervon Dexter in exchange for corner Clark Phillips and a fifth-round pick. The Falcons will carry four quarterbacks into the start of the season, including Michael Penix Jr., Cooper Rush, Jack Strand, and Tua Tagovailoa. Head coach Kevin Stefanski has not yet named a starter for the opening game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on September 13. Several notable players, including running back Tyler Goodson and former draft pick Bralen Trice, were released during the final round of cuts.

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•The Falcons trimmed the roster to 53 players by Sunday's NFL deadline.
•Gervon Dexter joined the defensive line in a trade involving Clark Phillips.
•Four quarterbacks remain on the roster, with the starter for the Pittsburgh game unannounced.
•The season opens on September 13 against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

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9:34 AMYahoo Sports — Atlanta Falcons finalize 53-man roster. Who made it and who was cut?

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The Atlanta Falcons trimmed their roster from 90 players down to 53 players for the NFL deadline. The moves included a surprising trade with the Chicago Bears.
— Yahoo Sports

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