Packers' Biggest Offseason Enigma: Packermen and Jaire Alexander's Uncertain Future

The Green Bay Packers achieved an unparalleled feat in the 2025 NFL Draft by choosing a wide receiver in the first round.

Texas player Matthew Golden was selected with the 23rd overall pick, which marks the first time the Packers have chosen a wide receiver in the first round since 2002. Early in thedraft, the team’s approach focused on offering quarterback Jordan Love additional backing After selecting Golden, the Packers drafted offensive tackle Anthony Belton with the 54th pick and wide receiver Savion Williams with the 87th pick.

Despite finishing as the league’s eighth-highest scoring offense last year, the Packers’ main concern entering 2025 revolves around their defense, specifically questions hovering over All-Pro corner Jaire Alexander.

"What's next for Jaire Alexander?" CBS Sports' Cody Benjamin He asked, "The Packers committed fully to enhancing Jordan Love's arsenal... Nevertheless, Alexander remains the key concern on defense following both parties essentially predicting a separation. The inclusion of Nate Hobbs ought to provide some support for the slot position."

One of Green Bay’s key additions during the offseason, Hobbs inked a four-year, $48 million contract. Should the team decide to part ways with Alexander through a trade or release, having Hobbs onboard provides them with more options.

NFL insider Josina Anderson indicated that both parties have come to an agreement about Alexander's situation.

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"It has been reported that there’s already an arrangement between the Packers and cornerback Jaire Alexander to address his roster and contract issues before he joins the team’s off-season training programs, according to sources within the league," Anderson stated. “Jaires isn’t participating in person with the current workout activities organized by the Packers as confirmed by Head Coach Matt LaFleur; however, he did join virtual sessions held recently. Additionally, the organization has engaged in preliminary discussions about potential trades concerning Alexander. They haven't ruled out releasing him either. In fact, I’ve talked to at least two franchises keeping close tabs on Alexander’s circumstances,” Anderson added.

Alexander, 28, carries a $24.6 million cap hit in 2025. Injuries have limited him to just 14 games over the past two seasons, a factor that complicates his value both for Green Bay and potential suitors.

Among teams reportedly monitoring Alexander's situation are the Pittsburgh Steelers, San Francisco 49ers, Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Rams, according to Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer .

Still, Breer noted that the most likely outcome is that Alexander stays in Green Bay on a restructured deal.

"The question, to me, comes down to money," Breer wrote. "He's due $17.5 million this year. And, because of his recent injury history, that's shown to be a bit rich for interested teams. Alexander, meanwhile, would rather be cut so he can pick his destination... I would think, at this point, the most likely scenario is that he's back on a reduced contract that has incentives. We'll see."