jaire alexander eagles

When the Philadelphia Eagles took Jaire Alexander from the Baltimore Ravens in November 2025, it was not only a roster change—it was a sign of the possible turning point in the recovery and re-emergence of one of the NFL's most gifted cornerbacks. We will look at Alexander's journey through the trade, the reasons for it and his role in the Eagles' playoffs push.

Birth and Dormitory life

Jaire Alexander was born on February 9, 1997. He was a member of the University of Louisville football team from 2015 to 2017. During his stay there, he showed excellent defensive skills—77 total tackles, 7 interceptions over the 3 years he played—and quit college to apply for the 2018 NFL Draft. 

The years in college were important not only because of the sheer numbers but also because of the guy's potential in coverage, anticipation and ball-skills. Hence, the pick was made in the first round.

NFL Progression: Draft to Pro Bowl

The 2018 NFL Draft saw Alexander being fourth-eighteenth overall by the Green Bay Packers. He was progressively recognized as one of the best outside cornerbacks in the league during his subsequent seasons. Some of the most significant parts of his career are:

Pro Bowler twice (2020, 2022) 

Second-team All-Pro twice (same years) 

Achieved a Pro Football Focus grade of 90.5 in 2020—the only cornerback with a grade of above 90 that year. 

His best season came in 2022 when he recorded 5 interceptions, 14 passes defensed, and a very low passer-rating allowed when targeted. 

So it turns out that at his best, Alexander was a top-tier lockdown corner who could effectively restrict even the best receivers and also tipped the scale in favor of his team at the rear of the defense.

Injuries, Transition & Setbacks

But, the changing of the player's career path was forced by injuries and other factors, as it usually happens in the NFL. Consequently, the following scenario came into view starting from 2023:

Alexander struggled with fitness issues for