Rams Eye Bold Trade for 2-Time Pro Bowl CB Amid Cornerback Concerns
As the Los Angeles Rams look to reload their defense for a serious playoff push, a potential trade target is beginning to generate real buzz: Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander. With offseason upgrades in the secondary largely absent, speculation is heating up that the Rams could make a move — and Alexander might be the perfect solution to their defensive backfield dilemma.
Alexander, the 18th overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft, is a two-time Pro Bowler and second-team All-Pro selection known for his lockdown coverage when healthy. Despite recent struggles with injuries, his talent remains undeniable. When he’s on the field, he’s one of the most respected corners in the league. In fact, Alexander has only allowed quarterbacks to complete over 60% of their passes in his direction twice in his career (2018 and 2023), a testament to his elite coverage skills.
While some eyes have turned toward a potential reunion with All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey, currently with the Miami Dolphins, Alexander presents a more affordable and youth-driven option. At 28 years old, he carries a smaller financial burden than Ramsey, who is locked into a massive five-year, $100 million deal. Alexander’s contract, by comparison, offers much-needed financial flexibility for a team still navigating the salary cap.
A recent trade pitch from Heavy Sports outlines a proposal that mirrors the 2024 deal in which the Chiefs sent L’Jarius Sneed to the Titans. The Rams would receive Alexander and a 2027 seventh-round pick, while sending Green Bay a 2026 third-rounder and their own seventh-round pick in 2027. The structure is simple, but the impact could be massive — especially for a Rams defense seeking a true shutdown presence on the perimeter.
NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated recently listed the Rams among teams that could seriously pursue Alexander, citing their quiet offseason in the secondary. Given the cornerback market and the Rams’ current depth, this kind of move could position them to compete more aggressively in a loaded NFC.
Ultimately, Alexander could offer the Rams a perfect blend of value, youth, and proven production — all while helping to stabilize a defensive unit in transition. If this deal happens, don’t be surprised if it turns out to be one of the savviest moves of the 2025 offseason.