Packers’ Jaire Alexander says he tore his PCL, unsure of return timetable
1 month ago

Packers’ Jaire Alexander says he tore his PCL, unsure of return timetable

New York Times  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander is dealing with more than just a routine knee injury. Alexander suffered the initial injury late in the Packers’ win over the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 8 and missed Green Bay’s Week 9 game against the Detroit Lions. Coach Matt LaFleur said Monday that Alexander was on a pitch count entering Sunday’s game, anyway, but that Alexander felt like he couldn’t play more than 10 snaps. I reaggravated it going back out there and only doing 10 plays, so now we just trying to get my knee back right.” LIVE: Head Coach Matt LaFleur meets with the media 🎙️ https://t.co/iAscgcjASx — Green Bay Packers November 21, 2024 Alexander, a second-team All-Pro in 2020 and 2022, was asked if he could return to that form at some point in the second half of this season. Alexander missed Weeks 3 and 4 last season with the back injury and knew it was hurting entering a Week 5 game against former teammate Davante Adams and the Raiders, but, as Alexander said Thursday, he “had to play” and did so for all 64 defensive snaps in Las Vegas.

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DL Bear Alexander to redshirt remainder of season for No. 13 USC
2 months, 4 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 …

Jets QB Rodgers shines in two-minute drill. Panthers avoid key injuries in heated joint practice
4 months, 1 week ago

Jets QB Rodgers shines in two-minute drill. Panthers avoid key injuries in heated joint practice

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers overcame a slow start to lead a well-executed touchdown drive during a two-minute drill, and the Carolina Panthers appear to have avoided two key injuries during a heated joint practice on Thursday. “We had big concerns when Chuba went down, but the initial testing was pretty good,” Panthers coach Dave Canales …

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 …

Jets’ Aaron Rodgers briefly thought playing career could be over after tearing his Achilles tendon
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Jets’ Aaron Rodgers briefly thought playing career could be over after tearing his Achilles tendon

Associated Press  

Aaron Rodgers acknowledged during a podcast appearance this week he briefly thought his playing career could be over after he tore his left Achilles tendon in the New York Jets’ season opener. “I had this incredible offseason experience in a new city, in a new town, with new teammates, a new organization, an owner for the first time, and really …

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 …

Returning after 1-game suspension, Jaire Alexander says he wants to remain with Packers
11 months, 3 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, …

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, 4 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 …

Why didn’t Jaire Alexander travel with the Packers to their game vs. the Giants?
1 year ago

Why didn’t Jaire Alexander travel with the Packers to their game vs. the Giants?

New York Times  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Packers two-time All-Pro cornerback Jaire Alexander did not travel with the team for its game against the Giants on Monday night in East Rutherford, N.J. Alexander, who has missed five consecutive games since injuring his shoulder diving for a pass breakup against the Rams in Week 9, traveled with the team to Pittsburgh in Week 10 …

Packers have tougher path to playoffs after momentum-stopping loss to Giants
1 year ago

Packers have tougher path to playoffs after momentum-stopping loss to Giants

Associated Press  

Even after perhaps their most disappointing loss of the season, the Green Bay Packers still have an opportunity to make the playoffs. “They didn’t do nothing that we didn’t see.” Green Bay still found itself in position to win after Jordan Love’s 6-yard touchdown pass to Malik Heath put the Packers ahead 22-21 with 1:33 remaining, but Tommy DeVito drove …

Young Packers ready to show they can handle prosperity after moving into playoff position
1 year ago

Young Packers ready to show they can handle prosperity after moving into playoff position

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers suddenly are facing the type of challenge that would have seemed unthinkable just a few weeks ago. The Packers’ 27-19 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday night gave them three straight victories, the past two coming against division leaders. “We’re tough, man,” said wide receiver Romeo Doubs, whose 33-yard catch …

Packers CB Jaire Alexander to miss 4th straight game Sunday night against Chiefs
1 year ago

Packers CB Jaire Alexander to miss 4th straight game Sunday night against Chiefs

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay’s defense gets linebacker De’Vondre Campbell back from a neck injury but will be missing cornerback Jaire Alexander for a fourth straight game when the Packers host the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday night. The Packers also won’t have running back Aaron Jones or tight end Josiah Deguara for a second straight week. The other …

Packers sign Patrick Taylor off Patriots practice squad, release Dallin Leavitt
1 year, 1 month ago

Packers sign Patrick Taylor off Patriots practice squad, release Dallin Leavitt

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers boosted their running back depth by welcoming back a couple of familiar players, as they signed Patrick Taylor off the New England Patriots’ practice squad and added James Robinson to their practice squad. The Packers also released safety Dallin Leavitt, who had been on their active roster and dropped linebacker Christian Young …

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,” …

Packers secondary suffers setbacks with Eric Stokes, Darnell Savage going on injured reserve
1 year, 1 month ago

Packers secondary suffers setbacks with Eric Stokes, Darnell Savage going on injured reserve

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers cornerback Eric Stokes’ comeback from a foot issue that sidelined him for nearly a year lasted only four plays before he got knocked out for multiple weeks again. He’s joined on injured reserve by safety Darnell Savage, the latest setbacks for a Packers secondary struggling with depth issues because its top players can’t …

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 …

Douglas’ surprising emergence sparks Packers’ defense
3 years ago

Douglas’ surprising emergence sparks Packers’ defense

Associated Press  

Green Bay Packers cornerback Rasul Douglas never lost hope that he could produce in the NFL even as he struggled to earn a roster spot earlier this year. Since Green Bay signed him off the Arizona Cardinals’ practice squad in early October, Douglas has delivered two of the biggest plays any Packers defender has produced all season. “It was just …

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 take Georgia CB Eric Stokes with 29th overall pick
3 years, 7 months ago

Packers take Georgia CB Eric Stokes with 29th overall pick

Associated Press  

The Green Bay Packers passed up an opportunity to provide another weapon for disgruntled star quarterback Aaron Rodgers and instead boosted their secondary by using their first-round draft pick on Georgia cornerback Eric Stokes. The Packers haven’t used a first-round pick on a wideout, running back or tight end since selecting Florida State receiver Javon Walker at No. Green Bay …

Packers have decisions to make at CB behind Jaire Alexander: McGinn’s grades
3 years, 10 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 …

Rodgers, Tonyan lead Packers to 30-16 victory over Falcons
4 years, 2 months ago

Rodgers, Tonyan lead Packers to 30-16 victory over Falcons

Associated Press  

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers needed someone to step forward when injuries left their top two wide receivers unavailable. Tonyan caught three of Aaron Rodgers’ four touchdown passes, Za’Darius Smith recorded three sacks and the Packers remained unbeaten with a 30-16 victory over the winless Atlanta Falcons on Monday night. Obviously we had to do some different …

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