Jaire Alexander was waived by the Green Bay Packers on Monday, one week ago. Even though the two-time All-Pro hasn’t found a new home yet, it seems like he will be grabbed up soon.
Although the Minnesota Vikings, who are competitors in the NFC North division, seem like the most likely choice for the Louisville product, other clubs might be interested. teams that might be a bit farther distant from home.
According to Ari Meirov, Lamar Jackson, the quarterback for the Baltimore Ravens and two-time MVP, begged general manager Eric DeCosta to sign Alexander on Tuesday. Regarding old college teammate Jaire Alexander, who was just cut by the #Packers, #Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson said, “Eric, go get him!”
He also mentioned that he had already contacted Jaire. tweet.com/Nv4MDJcJh5 photo
In response to a question about Alexander having recently gone up for sale, Jackson said reporters on Tuesday, “Go get him, Eric.”
Jackson responded, “Yeah, I hit him up, I hit him up,” when asked later if he had discussed visiting Baltimore with the former Packer. However, with Jaire, you can never be sure. That’s my boy. In 2025, what does Jaire Alexander contribute?
As Packers supporters are aware, Alexander was previously ranked among the NFL’s best cover cornerback and received numerous Pro Bowl and All-Pro selections during his first six years of play.
After a few years, Alexander’s availability has been severely limited by injury; he has only been able to participate in precisely half of the games (34) over the last four seasons, and his play is not quite up to par with his outstanding, top-tier prime.
Over seven games in 2024, the former Packer recorded a 75.2 grade. That placed him as the 25th best cornerback in the league, which accurately reflects his standing as a clear starter and, for some teams, the CB1, but no longer deserving of a spot among the best cornerbacks.
What Role Would Alexander Play for the Ravens?
Following the departure of cornerback Brandon Stephens to the New York Jets, the Ravens now have a slight void on the perimeter after moving fellow two-time All-Pro Marlon Humphrey to the slot in the middle of last season, to tremendous defensive success.
After a stellar rookie campaign, Journeyman cornerback Chidobe Awuzie is currently predicted to start on the outside opposite Humphrey and 2024 first-round choice Nate Wiggins.
However, considering that Baltimore is always a “contender,” they could be better off starting the season with a higher ceiling option at the position. Awuzie would transition to a backup role alongside 2024 fourth-round pick TJ Tampa and sixth-round rookies Roger Longerbeam and Bilhal Kone, while Jaire Alexander would be a good fit in his place.Although there is always a significant risk involved in determining how much time Alexander will ultimately play, the Ravens should take the risk at a fair price.
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