The Chicago Bears have traded defensive tackle Gervon Dexter to the Atlanta Falcons, per multiple reports. Atlanta is sending Chicago cornerback Clark Phillips and a fifth-round pick in the 2027 draft, according to ESPN and other outlets citing Jordan Schultz and Jonathan Jones.

The trade comes ahead of Sunday's deadline to finalize 53-man rosters. According to NFL Trade Rumors, the Bears had been actively seeking a trade for Dexter. The Giants and Saints also expressed interest in acquiring him, per Jordan Schultz's reporting.

Yahoo Sports described Dexter as "a young, capable pass rusher" on an affordable contract, while the Bears acquired corner depth in the deal. The exact timing of the agreement is unclear from available reports, though it was announced Friday ahead of the roster cutdown deadline.