Giants show interest in Gervon Dexter before Falcons trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 1:04 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
The New York Giants were reportedly interested in Chicago Bears defensive tackle Gervon Dexter prior to his trade to the Atlanta Falcons. NFL insider Jordan Schultz indicates that the Giants, along with the New Orleans Saints, were part of a competitive market for Dexter. The Falcons acquired Dexter over the weekend, sending cornerback Clark Phillips III and a 2027 fifth-round pick to Chicago. Dexter is entering the final year of his rookie contract, having started all 17 games last season. The Giants have been active in the defensive tackle market since trading Dexter Lawrence to the Cincinnati Bengals.
- •Giants expressed strong interest in Gervon Dexter before his trade.
- •Falcons completed the trade for Dexter, sending two players to the Bears.
- •Dexter is a 24-year-old 2023 second-round pick.
- •Giants have made recent moves to bolster their defensive tackle position.
- •Trade details include Clark Phillips III and a 2027 fifth-round pick.
- 1:04 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Giants had strong interest in Gervon Dexter before Falcons trade
"The New York Giants reportedly had strong interest in Chicago Bears DT Gervon Dexter before he was traded to the Atlanta Falcons.
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