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Packers' Jaire Alexander Holds Out as Trade Talks Stall

The Pro Bowl cornerback's contract demands, injury history, and preference for a release complicate Green Bay's offseason decisions.

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Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander (23) reacts after intercepting a pass during the first quarter of the wild card playoff game against the Dallas Cowboys Sunday, January 14, 2024 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

Overview

  • Jaire Alexander remains absent from voluntary workouts as he awaits resolution on his contract and future with the Packers.
  • The Packers have explored trade options with multiple teams, including the Rams, Chiefs, Steelers, and 49ers, but no deal has been finalized.
  • Alexander prefers to be released to choose his next destination and has resisted contract adjustments that could facilitate a trade.
  • The Packers could save $17.1 million in cap space with a post-June 1 trade designation but would incur $7.5 million in dead cap for 2025.
  • Alexander's injury history and $17.5 million 2025 salary have made teams cautious, despite his two Pro Bowls and All-Pro honors when healthy.