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Packers Release Jaire Alexander, Opening Market for Top Cornerback

Freeing up $17 million in cap space, the move has prompted teams across the league to monitor Alexander’s next destination.

Jordan Love #10 of the Green Bay Packers warms up before a preseason game against the Baltimore Ravens at Lambeau Field on August 24, 2024 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Los Angeles Chargers, Jaire Alexande

Overview

  • On June 9 the Packers released Alexander after he missed 14 games over the past two seasons and was set to carry a $17.5 million cap hit for 2025.
  • Green Bay gains roughly $17 million in salary-cap relief and has turned to newly signed cornerback Nate Hobbs on a four-year deal to shore up its secondary.
  • Alexander departs with 78 career games, 287 tackles and 12 interceptions and will enter free agency as one of the league’s top cornerback talents when healthy.
  • ESPN’s Adam Schefter said the Eagles could step in with a one-year, budget-conscious contract if the financial terms meet their needs.
  • PFF omitted the Chargers from its list of six potential suitors, but Los Angeles still holds nearly $27 million in cap space to pursue a low-risk flyer on Alexander.