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5 Best Landing Spots for Jaire Alexander After Shocking Release by Packers

5 Best Landing Spots for Jaire Alexander After Shocking Release by Packers

Newsweek2 days ago

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The business of the NFL can often rear its ugly head, leading to star players being released due to their oversized contracts. That was the case on Monday morning when it was revealed that the Green Bay Packers are set to release star cornerback Jaire Alexander.
More news: Vikings Emerge as Possible Landing Spot for Packers Star
Alexander was reportedly going to be moved, but it was his $17.5 million price tag and injuries that led to many teams apparently not being interested in a trade, according to NFL insider Ari Meirov.
Further reports indicated that the Buffalo Bills were attempting a trade this offseason, but that never materialized. Either way, Alexander can now find a new team, and there are quite a few that are going to be interested in his services.
5. Los Angeles Rams
Another star cornerback is currently in the mix for the Los Angeles Rams, who is former secondary shut-down corner Jalen Ramsey. The Miami Dolphins are set to trade Ramsey, and his ending up with his former team would make sense.
If the Ramsey trade does not come to fruition for the Rams, expect LA to attempt to land Alexander. The team already has Akhello Witherspoon and Quentin Lake, but adding Alexander would make this group elite.
4. Philadelphia Eagles
The Philadelphia Eagles lost Darius Slay and Isaiah Rodgers to free agency, leaving the team with Kelee Ringo and Adoree Jackson opposite Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean.
Again, this secondary is still quite formidable, but adding a talent like Alexander would put the unit over the top in terms of defensive capabilities.
3. Buffalo Bills
The aforementioned Bills could still make a play for Alexander, especially now that he has been released. The team currently has Christian Benford, Maxwell Hairston, and Taron Johnson, but Alexander would boost the team.
The Bills allowed 226.1 yards per game on average in passing in 2024. Adding Alexander could significantly improve that number, giving the team a more well-rounded defense.
2. San Francisco 49ers
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - AUGUST 10: Kevin Givens #90, Chris Conley #18, George Odum #30, and Ji'Ayir Brown #27 of the San Francisco 49ers stand for the National Anthem before the NFL preseason game against the...
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - AUGUST 10: Kevin Givens #90, Chris Conley #18, George Odum #30, and Ji'Ayir Brown #27 of the San Francisco 49ers stand for the National Anthem before the NFL preseason game against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium on August 10, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. More
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Alexander might want to go to a contender, and though the San Francisco 49ers weren't that in 2024 — they are expected to make a major leap in 2025. The defense also lost Charvarius Ward, so more secondary help is needed.
Adding Alexander to a defensive unit that includes Fred Warner, Nick Bosa, and now Bryce Huff, would make the team far more dangerous. Robert Saleh is also back as defensive coordinator, and he would likely relish at the idea of bringing in a strong veteran like Alexander.
1. Miami Dolphins
As mentioned above, the Dolphins are currently in the middle of trying to trade Ramsey. When he is traded, it will leave the team exposed on the secondary side of things.
Storm Duck, Cam Smith, Kader Kohou, and Ethan Bonner make up a secondary with many questions. The Dolphins want to compete in the AFC, along with the AFC West, meaning they need a strong veteran presence to be added.
Look no further than Alexander. Granted, there are other veterans like Asante Samuel Jr., whom the team has already contacted. However, Alexander's release could become a godsend for the Dolphins.
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