Newly acquired Eagles cornerback Jaire Alexander says he was born in Philadelphia and still has a lot of family here during Thursday’s media session
In a move that should benefit both parties, the Eagles acquired veteran cornerback Jaire Alexander from the Baltimore Ravens. The Eagles receive the veteran cornerback and a 2027 seventh-round pick in exchange for a 2026 sixth-round pick. The team also placed safety Marcus Epps and outside linebacker Azeez Ojulari on Injured Reserve.
Asked about the move in his post-NFL trade deadline press conference, Eagles’ GM Howie Roseman admitted that he had done research, spoken to Baltimore’s front office, and decided the deal was worth the risk.
It’s a risky move, but the former Packers cornerback should feel comfortable, since it’s a homecoming for Alexander, who was born in Philadelphia before moving to the Charlotte area as a toddler. Alexander attended Rocky River High School in Mint Hill, North Carolina, but talked about his family that remains in Philadelphia following his first Eagles practice.
Alexander has 290 career tackles, 12 for loss, 12 interceptions, 1.5 sacks, 70 passes defensed, three forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, and a touchdown in the regular season.
Alexander signed a one-year deal with the Ravens after the Packers released him in June. Alexander played in two games this season in Baltimore, registering five tackles. However, in the remaining six games, he was either injured or a healthy scratch. He’ll have a familiar face in Philadelphia.
Alexander spent the 2019 and 2020 seasons with Eagles’ second-year defensive backs coach Christian Parker, and the two immediately began integrating the talented cornerback into Vic Fangio’s scheme.