Green Bay has found itself in a bit of a limbo with their All-Pro CB, Jaire Alexander. His constant trouble with injuries could force the Packers to file divorce papers within a few days. Like someone who hasn’t been able to give his all in the last 4 years is bound to face the consequences. There’s always a limit to a certain tolerance. And once you breach that, there’s probably no coming back. Judging by Packers GM Brian Gutekunst’s thoughts about Jaire Alexander’s future. Let’s just say he might need to pack his bags soon because his Green Bay chapter is coming to an end.

When Gutekunst was asked about the possibility of Alexander returning for his 8th-year as the Packers’ CB, his tone said it all. “We’ll see. We’re working through that. He certainly could be. We gotta get him out there more… Not being able to be out there at his best has frustrated him, and that has obviously frustrated our football team, too.” Surprised? Not really. In simple words, Alexander had it coming for a long time. Yes, Gutekunst may not have confirmed his exit in his press conference. However, the clock is ticking, and with offseason winds in full flow, the Packers could probably look elsewhere.

There’s no way they would keep Alexander on their payroll, considering the cheques they have to write for an injury-prone player. $16.15M in 2025 and $18.15M in 2026 in base salaries. Until and unless the Packers have a pact with Alexander, it won’t be a wise move. Out of the possible 68 regular season games, Alexander has only logged in 34 times. Even this season, Alexander was only present for seven games, missing 10 because of knee surgery.

See, injuries aren’t something that anyone can control. And cutting Alexander just because he has been injury-prone could be a harsh decision. Just listen to what Gutekunst had to say whenever Alexander was available. “Obviously, when he’s healthy, and he’s ready to play, he’s a pretty good player.” Yes, Jaire Alexander played just 7 games last season, but he was second on the team for interceptions and passes defended. So, it’s not like he is a diminishing CB who is past his prime. However, the thing that could force the Packers to opt for divorce is his contract.

Cutting him off would help them save $6.84M in cap hit. And probably use that space to sign a better replacement. Because some bigger issues in their roster need to be solved ASAP. Otherwise, their offense could also start struggling come 2025.

Christian Watson’s injury to force the Packers into signing new receiver

The regular season was almost over. Only a few minutes remained in the clock before the Packers turned their attention to the postseason. However, that’s when Christian Watson’s knee exploded from a non-contact injury against the Bears. Later, it was found he had suffered a torn ACL. And you know what that means? 9-11 months of rehab and a long road to recovery that sucks the life out of both a player and the organization.

Watson’s injury was actually a huge blow, considering the productions he had last season. Yes, 621 receiving yards may not look like a lot. But 21.4 yards per catch is pretty darn astonishing. Whenever Watson got the ball in his hands, there was no stopping him.

Now, the Packers will probably have to play without Watson, at least till December. And that is a huge plot hole in their story of bringing the Lombardi back home. That’s why the Packers may target receivers in this upcoming draft. Leaving it on the likes of Romeo Doubs, Jayden Reed, and Dontayvion Wicks would be a bit of a gamble, considering none of them were able to touch Watson’s heights.

Honestly, the Packers need someone as explosive as Watson to support Jordan Love’s offense. If not, they could say farewell to their hopes of a Super Bowl run in an already stacked NFC North.