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Green Bay Packers: Ranking the 10 best players on the team

By Joe Kipp

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - DECEMBER 23: Davante Adams #17 of the Green Bay Packers scores the game winning touchdown reception past Morris Claiborne #21 of the New York Jets during overtime at MetLife Stadium on December 23, 2018 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Packers defeated the Jets 44-38. (Photo by Steven Ryan/Getty Images)
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - DECEMBER 23: Davante Adams #17 of the Green Bay Packers scores the game winning touchdown reception past Morris Claiborne #21 of the New York Jets during overtime at MetLife Stadium on December 23, 2018 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Packers defeated the Jets 44-38. (Photo by Steven Ryan/Getty Images) /
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GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN – DECEMBER 09: Jaire Alexander #23 of the Green Bay Packers warms up before a game against the Atlanta Falcons at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN – DECEMBER 09: Jaire Alexander #23 of the Green Bay Packers warms up before a game against the Atlanta Falcons at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) /

8. Jaire Alexander

The Packers could use a nice second-year jump from cornerback Jaire Alexander in 2019, but if he plays above near the level he was at last season he could challenge for a spot on the All-Pro team. Alexander could have easily been a Pro Bowler had he been more consistent in 2018, so another year in defensive coordinator Mike Pettine’s system, along with a multitude of talent influx on defense, could prove valuable for the 2018 first round pick.

Alexander finished his rookie season playing 761 defensive snaps over 13 games with 11 starts. He recorded one interception, 11 pass breakups, 66 tackles and five tackles for losses. Overall, Alexander allowed a passer rating of 94.0 on 79 targets into his coverage, according to Pro Football Focus. Alexander was ranked as PFF’s No. 31 cornerback (72.4 overall).

Alexander was introduced to the big stage after his breakout performance against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 8. Tasked with covering receivers Robert Woods and Brandin Cooks, Alexander broke up five of his nine targets and was easily the best player for the Packers that day. His presence kept Green Bay close, although they were ultimately defeated by a final score of 29-27.

It wouldn’t be surprising to see Alexander shadow opposing teams’ No. 1 receiver this coming season. His biggest specialty is his stickiness in man-coverage, a valuable trait in defensive coordinator Mike Pettine’s system. Expect big things for Alexander in 2019.

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