Former Packers CB Who Once Did Everything to Leave for the Ravens Is Now Unhappy and Wants to Return
Former Packers CB Who Once Did Everything to Leave for the Ravens Is Now Unhappy and Wants to Return
Baltimore, October 10, 2025 — Only months after leaving Green Bay in search of a fresh start with the Baltimore Ravens, one former All-Pro cornerback is now facing the weight of regret. What was meant to be a new chapter of dominance has turned into one of frustration, criticism, and longing for the place he once called home.
Since arriving in Baltimore, the veteran defensive back has struggled to find his rhythm. Early injuries and inconsistent performances have drawn heavy scrutiny from both media and fans. Once known as a “shutdown corner” capable of erasing an opponent’s top receiver, he’s now being labeled as one of the biggest disappointments of the Ravens’ early season.
Sources inside the organization say he’s grown increasingly unhappy with his role. Coaches have reportedly questioned his effort, and he feels his leadership and voice in the locker room have been diminished — a stark contrast to the respect and influence he enjoyed in Green Bay.
During a recent practice, witnesses say he quietly muttered a line that caught the attention of everyone around him:
“Back in Green Bay, I felt like I mattered — every snap, every cheer, it meant something. I thought that feeling could be found anywhere, but maybe Lambeau was the only place that ever made it real.”
Those words quickly spread through team circles, sparking speculation that the player’s heart was no longer in Baltimore. For someone who once fought to leave Wisconsin and chase a new challenge, the irony couldn’t be more painful.
League insiders have hinted that he’s even open to restructuring his deal or taking a pay cut if it meant reuniting with his former team. For now, that remains just talk — but it’s enough to stir emotions across both locker rooms.
And now, the name behind the story has come to light: Jaire Alexander, the fiery cornerback who once embodied Green Bay’s defensive identity.
Under the lights of M&T Bank Stadium, Jaire may still wear purple and black — but deep down, it seems his heart never really left Lambeau Field.
Lions Get Good News on Pivotal Defensive Lineman Before Chiefs Game
The Detroit Lions could finally see a key member of the defense back on the field, months after he suffered a major knee injury.
Defensive lineman Alim McNeill has been growing ever-closer to a return from the torn ACL that cut short his 2024 season, addressing what one analyst believes is a growing concern for the 4-1 Lions.
Bleacher Report’s Brad Gagnon noted that the string of early injuries has been the “biggest concern” for the Lions this season, including the absence of McNeill.
“The Lions are still without key defenders Alim McNeill (knee), Terrion Arnold (shoulder) and D.J. Reed (hamstring). And safety Kerby Joseph has been playing through a knee injury, while Brian Branch is dealing with an ankle injury,” Gagnon wrote. “Unsurprisingly, that unit has had some spotty performances thus far. They’re giving up 22.4 points per game, up from 20.1 in 2024.”
Gagnon noted that the Lions have found ways to make up for the string of injuries, but could see a big boost when McNeill is able to return to the field — which could come as early as this week.
“The good news is they’re making up for it with takeaways and sacks, and McNeill may return just in time for a big Week 6 matchup with the Chiefs,” Gagnon wrote.
Good Signs for Alim McNeill
It appeared that McNeill may have been able to return for last week’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals, with head coach Dan Campbell saying he was “50/50” to play. The Lions ultimately ruled McNeill out, though the coaching staff has been giving some hopeful signs about his ability to return and get back to his previous form.
Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard said last week that McNeill has looked great while ramping up toward his return.
“I told Dan [Campbell] yesterday that it’s amazing when you watch those practice clips. It’s like he’s been at training camp. I mean he does not look like a player that hasn’t practiced, and that’s credit to him,” Sheppard said, via ESPN. “I know all this bone density and all these guru terms they throw out, but all I know is I see a very, very high caliber defensive tackle when I turned on the tape yesterday so I’m very excited to have him back out there.”
McNeill added that he is excited to get back on the field and help his teammates. The team has struggled at times to generate consistent pressure on quarterbacks — which was especially true after Aidan Hutchinson’s season-ending injury last year. McNeill has been one of the most consistent defensive linemen.
McNeill suffered a torn ACL in December, missing the team’s final stretch and early playoff exit. He finished the season with 25 total tackles and 3.5 sacks, adding a forced fumble and pass defensed.
