Jaire Alexander was just handed 120 million reasons to prove the Packers wrong

The Baltimore Ravens' signing of cornerback Jaire Alexander has generated excitement among fans, quarterback Lamar Jackson, and his new teammates. Alexander, released by the Green Bay Packers, is highly motivated to prove his former team wrong.

Following New York Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner's recent 4-year, $120 million contract, Alexander sees a rising market for his position. While Alexander isn't expected to command Gardner's $30 million annual salary, the Gardner deal sets a positive precedent.

Entering his age-28 season with his second team, Alexander's primary challenge has been injuries. When healthy, he is considered one of the NFL's top cornerbacks, but his ability to stay on the field consistently has been hampered by a documented injury history.

If Alexander can overcome his injury issues and play a full, strong season in 2025 at age 29, the article speculates he could command a contract averaging around $20 million per year, especially if it includes incentives. The Gardner deal suggests $20 million could be a realistic ceiling for Alexander under these circumstances, though achieving that level of performance and durability is acknowledged as a significant challenge. Alexander is likely viewing Gardner's contract as motivation for his own potential future deal.