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The Green Bay Packers may have triumphed against the Pittsburgh Steelers in their Week 4 tilt, but they lost an important piece of their lineup in Jaire Alexander. The Packers cornerback had to be carted off the field after a collison with Steelers running back Najee Harris. (via Ryan Wood) That’s Jaire Alexander riding a […]

This isn’t exactly what Green Bay Packers fans had in mind when they hoped the team would address the cornerback position this offseason. After crossing their fingers hoping for Richard Sherman, Casey Hayward or a number of other corners, Green Bay is bringing back Kevin King on a one-year, $6 million deal, per ESPN’s Jeremy […]

The first wave of free agency has glided by, and the only notable move the Green Bay Packers have made is the one that kept Aaron Jones in Green Bay. It was a big a move for the Packers, as they were able to shift around enough money to keep one of the most dynamic […]

For the second straight year, the Green Bay Packers’ path to the Super Bowl ended in the NFC Championship Game. Instead of a blowout loss on the road to the San Francisco 49ers, it was a narrow defeat to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Lambeau Field that finished the Packers’ season, which began with so […]

When asked for one bold prediction by his NFL Network colleagues about the NFC Championship game between the Green Bay Packers and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Maurice Jones-Drew did not settle for an answer that was as broad as it was safe. Instead, the former running back’s forecast zeroed in one cornerback and one Tom […]

The Green Bay Packers are heading into their Week 8 matchup with the Minnesota Vikings looking like a legitimate Super Bowl contender. After starting the season 5-1, Aaron Rodgers and company are riding high. While they may be feeling good, they are also still in business mode and are looking to sweep the Vikings once […]

Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander and the rest of the defense mostly kept the Atlanta Falcons in check on Monday night. Alexander also wants to let the people know how it is Falcons receiver Calvin Ridley was shut out for the contest. The 23-year-old took to Instagram for some self-promotion on Tuesday morning after […]

The latest edition of Madden, Electronic Arts’ annual cash cow, releases on August 25. During a boring NFL offseason with limited live sporting events, Madden 21 received some extra attention this year. The game primarily generated waves for its always controversial player ratings. Between rookies always starting with low rankings to some superstars feeling disrespected, […]

In 2019, the Green Bay Packers went 13-3 and won the NFC North before falling in the conference championship game to the San Francisco 49ers. According to Football Outsiders, they were the second-worst 13-win team in NFL history, but they enter 2020 with expectations of another deep run led by an impressive group of young […]

Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander suffered a broken thumb during his team’s loss to the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Championship Game on Sunday, according to Tom Silverstein of The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Alexander sustained the injury during the third quarter and did not return. He logged three tackles before exiting. The good […]

The Green Bay Packers came into the 2019 NFL season hoping that their defense could take the next step. They were excited about the progression and development that they would see from cornerback Jaire Alexander. While Alexander did have a solid season, it was not him that made the biggest impact on the defensive side […]

The Green Bay Packers will close out the 2019 season against the Detroit Lions in Week 17. Among all of the players, Jaire Alexander must have a big game for the Packers against the Lions. The Packers selected Alexander with the 18th overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft out of Louisville. The Louisville product […]

The Green Bay Packers defense was able to make the first big play of the game. As Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott threw behind wide receiver Amari Cooper, the ball was tipped and caught by Packers corner Jaire Alexander. Deflected right to @JaireAlexander for the INT! #GoPackGo #GBvsDAL 📺: FOX📱: NFL app // Yahoo Sports […]

The Green Bay Packers are 3-0 after their first three games and the defense has been the driving force behind all of those wins. Jaire Alexander is in his second NFL season and has been viewed as one of the top up-and-coming defensive stars in the league. Pro Football Focus has taken notice of the […]

The Green Bay Packers’ rebuilt defense thrived again in Week 3, making plays all over the field in a 27-16 victory over the Denver Broncos at Lambeau Field on Sunday. Making the performance even more impressive, the Packers’ success defensively didn’t stem from the play of just one single player. Offseason addition Za’Darius Smith was […]

The Green Bay Packers were able to improve to 3-0 on the young season with a 27-16 victory at home over the Denver Broncos. It was a nice win and the defense once again looked great. Jaire Alexander had some bold statements after the game as well about the defense. Following the win over the […]

The Green Bay Packers came into this week’s game against the Denver Broncos favored to get the win. It wasn’t easy, as the Broncos put up a big fight, but they got the job done. Matt LaFleur and company have now moved to 3-0 on the young season and look like a legitimate contender in […]

Green Bay Packers receiver Jake Kumerow has very little NFL experience, but he’s earned respect from emerging star cornerback Jaire Alexander. Alexander was the Packers’ first-round pick last year, and he had a very promising rookie season. Kumerow was an undrafted free agent back in 2015, and he finally got his first regular season experience […]

The NFL is always full of great young talent, and this year is no different. Here are seven players who could break out and become legitimate NFL stars in 2019. 7. Nick Chubb, RB, Cleveland Browns The New York Giants’ Saquon Barkley had a fantastic rookie season, but so did Chubb; he just didn’t get […]

Bleacher Report’s Gary Davenport compiled a list of 10 NFL youngsters he believes can still blossom into stars. The first player on his list was Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander. Jaire Alexander was drafted in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft (18th overall) by the Green Bay Packers. The cornerback had a […]

Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander is coming off of a solid rookie campaign in which he played 13 games and finished with 66 tackles, an interception, a couple of fumble recoveries and 11 passes defended. So, just what does Alexander want to do for an encore in 2019? “Year two? I’m going to be […]

The Green Bay Packers are beginning anew with Matt LaFleur as the new head coach. A few players will be crucial to the Packers returning to winning games again—including Jaire Alexander. According to Pro Football Focus, Alexander is Green Bay’s X-Factor for the 2019 season. Alexander is heading into his second season after having an […]

Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander made it clear he has high expectations for the 2019 NFL season. It appears he is not the only one. The Packers are hoping for a potential resurgence amid all their new changes. Marc Sessler of NFL.com predicts that Alexander will be selected to his first career Pro Bowl: […]

Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander isn’t being shy about his expectations for this upcoming season after a strong rookie season. Alexander thought he was good during his rookie season but knows there is a ton he can improve on, and he wants to be on an All-Pro: “I just want to have a good […]

It usually takes a few years for cornerbacks to get their footing in the NFL, but that wasn’t the case for Jaire Alexander of the Green Bay Packers. He played 13 of the team’s 16 games, racking up 66 tackles, one interception, and led the team with 11 passes defended. The hope going forward is […]

Jaire Alexander is confident heading into 2019. The young Green Bay Packers cornerback had an excellent rookie campaign last season, and is looking to build on it this year. Speaking to reporters following a recent practice, Alexander set the bar high for himself. “I just want to have a good year,” Alexander said, via the […]

Jaire Alexander was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft and was immediately asked to take on a large role. It ended up being an excellent selection for the Packers, as Alexander showed major improvement throughout the season and is widely viewed as one of the next […]

When talking about the NFL’s best cornerbacks, you usually hear the likes of Patrick Peterson, Jalen Ramsey, and Stephon Gilmore—among others. One name that may be added to the list very soon is Jaire Alexander of the Green Bay Packers. The Packers selected Alexander with the 18th overall selection in the 2018 NFL Draft. Green […]

The Green Bay Packers are hoping to win big with Matt LaFleur at head coach. A player who is crucial to the defense’s success is Jaire Alexander. Alexander was a rookie in 2018 and produced an impressive first year in the NFL. Alexander had 11 pass deflections, 66 tackles, and one interception. The Packers have […]

When you think of the best cornerbacks in the NFL, Jaire Alexander is probably not someone who will pop into your head, but he may be ready to start climbing those lists very soon. According to Pro Football Focus, the Green Bay Packers youngster was a real pain to throw around this past season, as […]

Last season, the Green Bay Packers were very much a disappointment. They went 6-9-1 during the regular season and failed to make the playoffs for the second straight season. Head coach Mike McCarthy ended up being fired 13 weeks into the season. However, one bright spot to the season was the emergence of rookie cornerback […]

Green Bay Packers s cornerback Jaire Alexander is coming off a stellar 2018 NFL season. It seems his impact went far beyond what most stat sheets would measure. Alexander established himself as one of the best rookies in his draft class. According to Pro Football Focus, he was arguably one of the best coverage players […]

Green Bay Packers rookie cornerback Jaire Alexander has been ruled out of the remainder of his team’s game against the New York Jets on Sunday afternoon due to a groin injury, according to the team. Alexander had registered four tackles before exiting. On the year, Alexander has totaled 66 tackles, half a sack, an interception, […]

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is extremely impressed with what he’s seen from rookie cornerback Jaire Alexander. Alexander, who was drafted with the No. 18 overall pick in this year’s draft, is coming off one of his best performances of the season by racking up 10 tackles in the 34-20 win over the Atlanta […]

Jaire Alexander and the Green Bay Packers have seen veteran cornerback Bashaud Breeland beef up their secondary in a big way. He has dealt with some injury issues since being signed in the middle of the season, but he has done enough to make his teammates want him back past this season. In a recent […]

Jaire Alexander has been a key piece of the Green Bay Packers’ secondary in his rookie season and has even received some notice from around the league. One big name that has noticed Alexander’s impressive early play is New England Patriots’ coach Bill Belichick. Leading up to Sunday night’s matchup between the Packers and Patriots, […]

Jaire Alexander was the No. 18 overall pick by the Green Bay Packers in the 2018 NFL Draft. It was a move that new general manager Brian Gutekunst was hoping would give the secondary the boost that it so desperately needed. Just eight weeks into the season, Alexander is proving the Packers right for taking […]

The Green Bay Packers used their top two picks in this year’s draft to strengthen at cornerback. They grabbed Jaire Alexander with their first-round pick, and it’s been so far so good for the Louisville product in Green Bay through two games. Pro Football Focus has graded every first-round pick from this year through the […]

The Green Bay Packers are coming off a disappointing end to the 2017 campaign. As a result, they have undergone some major changes this offseason. Most of their rebuild thus far has been through the 2018 NFL Draft. They managed to lock down one of their new picks in cornerback Jaire Alexander. General manager Brian Gutekunst […]