What happened: Atlanta defensive lineman Gervon Dexter has a 20.5% quarterback pressure rate on at least 50 pass-rush snaps, eighth in the NFL. He arrived in Atlanta in an August player-and-pick deal involving Clark Phillips III.
Why it matters: Atlanta is third in ESPN pass rush win rate at 61% and sixth in run stop win rate at 32%. Interior pressure from Dexter complements the edge rotation during that early start.
By the numbers: Gervon Dexter: 20.5% QB pressure rate, 8th NFL (min. 50 pass-rush snaps). Falcons: 61% pass rush win rate (3rd), 32% run stop win rate (6th).
What to watch: Atlanta looks to hold its top-three pass-rush standing as the interior rotation gets more snaps.