In the last four seasons, Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander has missed 34 of 68 games. Alexander has been a locker room cancer. And he’s played mediocre football.
The general manager addressed several questions about the offseason, including the status of the talented cornerback.
Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst said his team could afford to keep Jaire Alexander but gave no firm indication of whether or not the Packers will end up retaining the injury-plagued cornerback on the roster for the 2025 season.
Jaire Alexander isn’t sure if he’ll be back with the Packers after a frustrating and injury-riddled 2024 season.
While most players were cordial, Jaire Alexander offered a different approach, hinting at his future with the Green Bay Packers
Gutekunst signed quarterback Jordan Love to a contract worth $220 million over four years last training camp before Love had an inconsistent season, partly because of his own inaccuracies and sloppy footwork but also because of factors outside his control like injuries and offensive line play.
Jaire Alexander's future with the Packers may be up in the air after the cornerback didn't want to talk to the media.
Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst wrapped up the season with a long press conference on Thursday at Lambeau Field. Here’s what he had to say about some key players with contract questions.
Rashan Gary had a decent season and led the team with 7.5 sacks, but with his cap hit set to surpass $25 million in 2025, the Packers should expect more. Devonte Wyatt continues to be a disappointment and likely won't see his fifth-year option exercised, and fellow first-round pick Lukas Van Ness didn't live up to expectations either.
The Green Bay Packers' relatively healthy cap situation affords them flexibility as they approach the offseason. Unlike teams needing to make drastic cuts to comply with the salary cap, Green Bay can focus on optimizing its roster without sacrificing key talent.
The Green Bay Packers may need to add another wide receiver this offseason, and they will have options in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Will the Packers make a big splash for a pass rusher this offseason? They might need to in order to fortify the defense.