Jaire Alexander

Professional American football player

Jaire Alexander - Professional American football player
Born

February 9th, 1997
28 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A cornerback in American football, achieved prominence playing for the Green Bay Packers in the NFL. Selected in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft, made an immediate impact with impressive coverage skills and playmaking ability. Instrumental in leading the Packers to the playoffs, contributing significantly on defense.

Selected in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft

Played for the Green Bay Packers

Contributed to the team's playoff appearances

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