Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Jaire Alexander

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Jaire Alexander made an impact.

Jaire Alexander is a professional American football cornerback currently playing for the Green Bay Packers in the NFL. He was drafted by the Packers in the first round of the 2018 NFL draft after playing college football at Louisville. He is known for his skills as a cornerback.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2015: Played at Louisville

In 2015, Jaire Alexander began playing football at Louisville under head coach Bobby Petrino.

December 22, 2017: Declared for the 2018 NFL Draft

On December 22, 2017, Jaire Alexander announced his decision to forgo his remaining eligibility and enter the 2018 NFL Draft, opting out of playing in the TaxSlayer Bowl.

2017: Declared for the NFL Draft

In 2017, Jaire Alexander decided to forgo his senior year and enter the 2018 NFL draft after his junior season, and chose not to play in the TaxSlayer Bowl due to injury issues.

March 29, 2018: Participated in Louisville's Pro Day

On March 29, 2018, Jaire Alexander participated at Louisville's pro day, standing on his combine numbers and only performing positional drills.

May 15, 2018: Signed with the Green Bay Packers

On May 15, 2018, Jaire Alexander signed a four-year, $12.05 million contract with the Green Bay Packers, including a $6.84 million signing bonus.

September 9, 2018: NFL Regular Season Debut

On September 9, 2018, Jaire Alexander made his professional regular season debut for the Green Bay Packers against the Chicago Bears, recording three solo tackles in the 24–23 victory.

September 16, 2018: Recorded Eight Combined Tackles and Half a Sack

On September 16, 2018, Jaire Alexander recorded eight combined tackles and was credited with half a sack during a 29–29 tie with the Minnesota Vikings. An interception was negated by a penalty.

September 30, 2018: First Career Interception

On September 30, 2018, Jaire Alexander recorded his first career interception off a pass thrown by Josh Allen in a game against the Buffalo Bills, but sustained a groin injury.

2018: Entered 2018 NFL Draft

In 2018, Jaire Alexander officially entered the NFL Draft after forgoing his senior year at Louisville.

2018: Drafted by the Green Bay Packers

In 2018, Jaire Alexander was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the first round of the NFL draft.

October 6, 2019: Intercepted a Pass Thrown by Dak Prescott

On October 6, 2019, Jaire Alexander intercepted a pass thrown by Dak Prescott during a game against the Dallas Cowboys.

January 12, 2020: First Playoff Game

On January 12, 2020, Jaire Alexander started in his first playoff game, recording nine combined tackles as the Packers defeated the Seattle Seahawks in the Divisional Round.

September 13, 2020: First Career Solo Sack

On September 13, 2020, Jaire Alexander recorded his first career solo sack and an interception against the Minnesota Vikings.

January 16, 2021: Divisional Round vs. Los Angeles Rams

On January 16, 2021, Jaire Alexander started in the Divisional Round against the Los Angeles Rams and made one solo tackle, holding his opponent to negative receiving yards.

January 24, 2021: NFC Championship Game vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

On January 24, 2021, Jaire Alexander started in the NFC Championship against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and had two interceptions on passes thrown by Tom Brady during the Packers' loss.

April 30, 2021: Fifth-Year Option Exercised

On April 30, 2021, the Green Bay Packers exercised the fifth-year option on Jaire Alexander's rookie contract, guaranteeing him $13.32 million for the 2022 season.

September 26, 2021: Intercepted a Pass Thrown by Jimmy Garoppolo

On September 26, 2021, Jaire Alexander intercepted a pass by Jimmy Garoppolo during a game against the San Francisco 49ers.

December 8, 2021: Designated to Return to Practice

On December 8, 2021, the Packers announced that Jaire Alexander would be designated to return to practice.

December 29, 2021: Removed from Injured Reserve

On December 29, 2021, Jaire Alexander was officially removed from injured reserve and returned to the active roster.

January 7, 2022: Activated Off COVID-19/Reserve List

On January 7, 2022, Jaire Alexander was activated off the COVID-19/reserve list, but would miss the last game of the season.

May 18, 2022: Signed Contract Extension with Packers

On May 18, 2022, Jaire Alexander signed a four-year, $84 million contract extension with the Green Bay Packers, with a $30 million signing bonus.

October 30, 2022: Intercepted Pass Thrown by Josh Allen

On October 30, 2022, Jaire Alexander intercepted a pass thrown by Josh Allen during a game against the Buffalo Bills.

November 5, 2023: Alexander collects season-high seven combined tackles against Rams

On November 5, 2023, Jaire Alexander achieved a season-high of seven combined tackles and two pass deflections during a 20-3 victory against the Los Angeles Rams.

2023: Packers finish 2023 NFL season second in NFC North

In 2023, the Green Bay Packers finished the NFL season second in the NFC North with a 9–8 record and received a Wildcard berth.

January 14, 2024: Alexander intercepts pass in NFC Wildcard Game

On January 14, 2024, Jaire Alexander started in the NFC Wildcard Game and recorded seven combined tackles, one pass deflection, and intercepted a pass thrown by Dak Prescott to Brandin Cooks during a 48–32 win against the Dallas Cowboys.

January 31, 2024: Packers hire Jeff Hafley as defensive coordinator

On January 31, 2024, the Green Bay Packers hired Jeff Hafley as their new defensive coordinator and retained Alexander as one of the starting cornerbacks.

September 6, 2024: Alexander records interception against the Eagles

On September 6, 2024, Jaire Alexander recorded four solo tackles, two pass deflections, and intercepted a pass by Jalen Hurts to A. J. Brown during a 29–34 loss against the Philadelphia Eagles.

September 22, 2024: Alexander returns interception for first career touchdown

On September 22, 2024, Jaire Alexander recorded five combined tackles, broke up a pass, and returned an interception thrown by Will Levis to DeAndre Hopkins 34-yards for his first career touchdown during a 30–14 win against the Tennessee Titans.

January 4, 2025: Packers place Alexander on injured reserve

On January 4, 2025, the Green Bay Packers officially placed Jaire Alexander on injured reserve.

June 9, 2025: Alexander released by the Packers

On June 9, 2025, Jaire Alexander was released by the Packers.

2026: Under Contract Through 2026 Season

In 2026, Jaire Alexander is slated to be under contract with the Green Bay Packers through the 2026 NFL season due to a contract extension signed in 2022.