Green Bay Packers: 5 Toughest matchups for Jaire Alexander in 2019
By Joe Kipp
1. Antonio Brown, Week 7
What else is there to say about Oakland Raiders receiver Antonio Brown? After being traded from the Pittsburgh Steelers this offseason, Brown will play with a new quarterback for the first time in his career. Raiders quarterback Derek Carr will have plenty of options to throw to besides Brown, but there’s no question Alexander will see the majority of his snaps against Brown.
Brown has recorded at least 1,200 receiving yards and 100 receptions in the last six consecutive seasons. He led the NFL in touchdowns in 2018 (15) and has 74 receiving touchdowns in his nine-year career.
Many regard Brown as the best overall receiver in football, and it’s hard to argue against it. Now past the age of 30, it’ll be interesting to see how Brown’s game evolves as he gets older.
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The matchup between Brown and Alexander will be one of the most intriguing of the entire season. Brown’s ability as a route-runner will test Alexander unlike any other, and the trash talking should be aplenty. Look no further than this matchup to be the toughest of the season for Green Bay’s sophomore cornerback. The Packers will need to contain Brown if they want to win this game.