Jaire Alexander Placed on Injured Reserve

Green Bay Packers' Pro Bowl cornerback Jaire Alexander will be placed on injured reserve following surgery for a PCL injury, sidelining him for at least four games. This development means Alexander's season is likely over unless the Packers reach the Super Bowl, given his recent knee surgery to alleviate pain and swelling. Alexander, who missed significant time over the past few seasons due to various injuries, has no guaranteed money left on his contract, raising questions about his future with the team. Packers coach Matt LaFleur expressed disappointment over the situation, emphasizing Alexander's desire to contribute despite his injury. The Packers, currently 11-5, face a challenging path in the playoffs as they rely on younger corners like Carrington Valentine and Eric Stokes to step up in Alexander's absence. Green Bay's defense has been performing well, ranking among the top in scoring defense, but the loss of Alexander could impact their playoff aspirations.