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Bears shop Gervon Dexter while Jordan van den Berg emerges as starter

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 12:10 AM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Bears shop Gervon Dexter while Jordan van den Berg emerges as starter

Summary

The Chicago Bears are actively looking to trade defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Jr. as the team approaches the regular season. With the season opener against the Carolina Panthers on September 13, head coach Ben Johnson has indicated that rookie Jordan van den Berg is in contention for a starting role. Van den Berg has been making a strong impression during training camp, developing a rapport with veteran Grady Jarrett. Despite being a sixth-round pick, van den Berg has cited motivation from his past and believes he can achieve a starting position. The Bears' defensive strategy could change significantly if Dexter is moved ahead of the regular-season start.

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•Gervon Dexter is on the trade block ahead of the season opener.
•Jordan van den Berg is emerging as a potential starter on the defensive line.
•Head coach Ben Johnson praised van den Berg's performance and work ethic.
•Bears open the season on September 13 against the Panthers.
•Dexter has started all 17 games last season, entering the final year of his contract.

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12:10 AMYahoo Sports — Bears Late-Round Rookie ‘Firmly in Mix’ for Starting Role Amid Dexter Trade Talks

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The Chicago Bears are shopping defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Jr. and potentially prepared to replace him with rookie Jordan van den Berg. The post Bears Late-Round Rookie ‘Firmly in Mix’ for Starting Role Amid Dexter Trade Talks appeared first on HEAVY.
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