Returning after 1-game suspension, Jaire Alexander says he wants to remain with Packers
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Returning after 1-game suspension, Jaire Alexander says he wants to remain with Packers

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Jaire Alexander said Wednesday he’s “very grateful” to be part of the Green Bay Packers and he won’t repeat the conduct that led the team to suspend him for one game. “I thought maybe I’d get fined.” The suspension prevented Alexander from getting to match up with Pro Bowl receiver Justin Jefferson on Sunday at Minnesota, though Green Bay’s defense thrived without him in a 33-10 blowout of the Vikings. “I was pretty happy.” Alexander said he didn’t believe there would be too many obvious changes in the way he goes about his business from now on, but added that “my interviews might be a little more serious.” The guy who wore a comically oversized hat to one postgame news conference last year and had sunglasses on while discussing the coin-toss incident after the Carolina game didn’t have any accessories with him for Wednesday’s session with reporters. “It’s easy to talk to my guys, but talking to anybody else would be a little bit of a challenge,” Alexander said.

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DL Bear Alexander to redshirt remainder of season for No. 13 USC
2 months, 3 weeks ago

DL Bear Alexander to redshirt remainder of season for No. 13 USC

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Coach Lincoln Riley confirmed media reports about Alexander’s decision on Thursday, although he didn’t mention Alexander by name, instead referring to the “surprising news from yesterday.” Riley also refused to take questions directly about Alexander. Alexander had 47 tackles and 1 1/2 sacks last season while …

USC tackle Bear Alexander is redshirting after dispute over playing time
2 months, 4 weeks ago

USC tackle Bear Alexander is redshirting after dispute over playing time

LA Times  

When Bear Alexander flirted with the transfer portal last spring, USC and its staff did whatever they could to keep the former five-star defensive tackle in the fold. Asked if the reason for Alexander’s decision to leave the team was a lack of playing time, Jones said, “100%.” He characterized the relationship with USC as “severed.” That relationship was strained …

Jaire Alexander says he’s focusing on team goals while praising Packers’ recent staff changes
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Jaire Alexander says he’s focusing on team goals while praising Packers’ recent staff changes

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander says he’s learned plenty from a turbulent 2023 season that included serving a one-game suspension. “Just going into year seven, at this point, I’m trying not to make it as much about myself and just do what’s best for the team,” Alexander said. The 2018 first-round pick from Louisville opened …

Why Packers CB Jaire Alexander has changed entering the 2024 season
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Why Packers CB Jaire Alexander has changed entering the 2024 season

New York Times  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Between his three significant injuries and a self-inflicted suspension, Jaire Alexander had a 2023 season to forget. “At this point,” Alexander said, “I’m trying not to make it as much about myself and just do what’s best for the team.” Jaire Alexander explains how defensive and strength staff changes “definitely” have improved his happiness and connectedness …

USC defensive tackle Bear Alexander plans to enter transfer portal
8 months, 2 weeks ago

USC defensive tackle Bear Alexander plans to enter transfer portal

LA Times  

After just one season as a 300-pound wrecking ball in the middle of USC’s defense, former five-star defensive tackle Bear Alexander plans to reenter the NCAA transfer portal, in search of his third school in three seasons. His departure, confirmed by a source with knowledge of the decision not authorized to discuss it publicly, leaves a gaping hole in the …

Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander active at Cowboys after spraining ankle in practice
11 months, 1 week ago

Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander active at Cowboys after spraining ankle in practice

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Jaire Alexander of the Green Bay Packers is active for a wild-card playoff game at Dallas after the starting cornerback sprained an ankle in practice during the week. The injury that coach Matt LaFleur called “a freak deal” when Alexander stepped on a teammate’s foot had the two-time Pro Bowler listed as questionable in what has been …

‘Freak’ ankle injury leaves Alexander’s status uncertain for Packers’ playoff game at Dallas
11 months, 1 week ago

‘Freak’ ankle injury leaves Alexander’s status uncertain for Packers’ playoff game at Dallas

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander suffered an ankle injury in practice this week that leaves his status uncertain for Sunday’s wild-card playoff game with the NFC East champion Dallas Cowboys. Packers coach Matt LaFleur said Alexander “stepped on somebody’s foot and rolled his ankle” during Wednesday’s practice, which was mostly a jog-through. The Packers certainly …

Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander suspended 1 game for actions during coin toss at Carolina
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander suspended 1 game for actions during coin toss at Carolina

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander has been suspended by the team for Sunday night’s must-win showdown against Justin Jefferson and the Minnesota Vikings. “It’s never for one thing,” said coach Matt LaFleur, who made the decision with general manager Brian Gutekunst. I think there will be probably better communication moving forward.” Alexander was suspended one …

Why the Packers suspended star CB Jaire Alexander: ‘It’s never for one thing’
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Why the Packers suspended star CB Jaire Alexander: ‘It’s never for one thing’

New York Times  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — If you thought the Green Bay Packers suspended cornerback Jaire Alexander one game strictly because of last Sunday’s coin toss incident, think again. “It’s never for one thing.” Alexander’s antics before Green Bay’s 33-30 win over the Carolina Panthers were just the final straw in what has been a strange season for the two-time second-team All-Pro …

Packers’ Gary, Walker, Alexander questionable for Sunday’s game with Chargers. Ford is doubtful
1 year, 1 month ago

Packers’ Gary, Walker, Alexander questionable for Sunday’s game with Chargers. Ford is doubtful

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers outside linebacker Rashan Gary hurt his shoulder in practice Friday, leaving his status uncertain for Sunday’s game with the Los Angeles Chargers. Packers coach Matt LaFleur said Gary’s injury is “not anything long-term that we’re concerned about.” “Unfortunately there was a little mishap at practice, and we’ll see where he’s at on Sunday,” …

Davante Adams not letting sentiment get in the way when Raiders host the Packers
1 year, 2 months ago

Davante Adams not letting sentiment get in the way when Raiders host the Packers

Associated Press  

HENDERSON, Nev. — Davante Adams made it a point to not only leave on good terms, but to stay in touch with Green Bay’s coaching staff, front office and the players who remain from that team two years ago. “Once the game starts, it’s just like every other game,” Adams said. But had they made the correct offer or submitted …

Alexander: ‘Sky’s the limit’ for Packers’ cornerback trio
2 years, 6 months ago

Alexander: ‘Sky’s the limit’ for Packers’ cornerback trio

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Jaire Alexander took pride in the way his fellow Green Bay Packers cornerbacks thrived without him last season. “The sky’s the limit at this point because you know who’s back,” Alexander said this week at the Packers minicamp. “The general’s back.” Alexander, 25, appeared in just four regular-season games last season before returning to play eight …

AP source: Packers CB Alexander agrees to contract extension
2 years, 7 months ago

AP source: Packers CB Alexander agrees to contract extension

Associated Press  

Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander has agreed to terms on a four-year, $84 million contract extension with a $30 million signing bonus, a person familiar with the deal tells The Associated Press. Alexander returned to play in the Packers’ 13-10 NFC divisional playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers. Getting a long-term commitment out of Alexander should make the …

Packers hopeful Alexander can avoid season-ending surgery
3 years, 2 months ago

Packers hopeful Alexander can avoid season-ending surgery

Associated Press  

The Green Bay Packers are hoping 2020 Pro Bowl cornerback Jaire Alexander’s injured shoulder will heal on its own rather than needing season-ending surgery. “It’s one of those things we’re going to let heal and see where it’s at down the line before making that determination,” coach Matt LaFleur said on Friday. “But we’re hopeful that it’ll heal the right …

Packers have decisions to make at CB behind Jaire Alexander: McGinn’s grades
3 years, 9 months ago

Packers have decisions to make at CB behind Jaire Alexander: McGinn’s grades

New York Times  

Part 9 of an 11-part position-by-position series in which the 68 players on the Packers’ 53-man roster and various reserve lists are graded. A swift 40 got Hollman drafted and scouts said Hollman was physical in coverage as a three-year starter at Toledo, but he didn’t show that aggressiveness on special teams for the Packers. Before that draft, an AFC …

Packers’ Alexander emerging as one of NFL’s top cornerbacks
4 years, 2 months ago

Packers’ Alexander emerging as one of NFL’s top cornerbacks

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay’s Jaire Alexander believes meditation has helped him develop into one of the game’s top young cornerbacks. “Or the stars are the limit, or the galaxy or anything beyond that.” Alexander is on Green Bay’s injury report with hand and knee issues, but he was a full participant in Thursday’s practice. While the Packers were …

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