Falcons trade for Gervon Dexter Sr. and waive five players

The Atlanta Falcons acquired defensive tackle Gervon Dexter Sr. from the Chicago Bears in a deal involving cornerback Clark Phillips III and a fifth-round pick. To reach roster requirements, the team released Bralen Trice, Vinny Anthony II, James Brockermeyer, Wanya Morris, and Cameron Sample. The Falcons inherited a one-year, $1.59 million contract for Dexter, who is expected to contribute primarily on passing downs. The franchise currently carries 74 players but must reduce the roster to 53 by Monday. Several roster spots remain uncertain due to lingering injuries, including status concerns for Da’Shawn Hand and Anterio Thompson. The team may look to sign waived players like Anthony and Brockermeyer to the practice squad once the initial roster cuts conclude.

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