Three Packers player are most likely to be traded this offseason.
Which Green Bay Packers players are most likely to be dealt this offseason?
The Green Bay Packers have one of the NFL’s youngest rosters, but it is also one of the greatest. The Packers proved in 2023 that they are “ahead of schedule” in terms of overall roster development, thanks in large part to quarterback Jordan Love’s growth. However, as a large group of young players progresses, difficult roster decisions are necessary.
And the Packers could face a lot of them during the 2024 offseason.
General manager Brian Gutekunst and head coach Matt LaFleur must keep building around Jordan Love. It makes no sense to take backward steps in order to get forward. They should be aggressive, but they also need to discover the best long-term possibilities on both sides of the ball. Which players could be traded in 2024 and written out of the Packers’ current and future plans?
1. Jaire Alexander, CB
Cornerback Jaire Alexander is one guy who could be on the trading block this offseason. Based on Alexander’s on-field ability, this is certainly the most unlikely option on the list, but it may not be so farfetched when you examine some of the other hints.
For starters, Alexander has previously been the target of trade rumors. You can’t help but wonder if “where there’s smoke, there’s fire” applies here.
Furthermore, the Packers benched Alexander this season and placed him on a brief team suspension. So, what’s going on behind the scenes with Alexander and the team if things has escalated to a suspension?
General manager Brian Gutekunst has already spoken about the issue this offseason, but what is he supposed to say?
The Packers may potentially regain money for Jaire Alexander, which would be far too appealing to pass up. At the same time, this type of trade would weaken a position group that already need improvement.
This is improbable, but might happen if the appropriate deal comes up.
