Jaire Alexander

Alexander has missed the previous four games for the Packers as they continue their push towards the playoffs. Winners of every game over the previous two months against opponents other than the Lions, the Packers would do well to get a couple games with a full supporting cast prior to a potential matchup against the winners of the NFC West in the Wildcard Round.

Alexander is now on track to return against the Saints this week. The Packers' No. 1 CB has been sidelined since Week 12 so his likely return is a welcome development for his team's secondary. Alexander's return could be particularly consequential if Chris Olave (concussion) suits up on Monday night.

Alexander has missed the last four games while dealing with a knee injury he suffered in Week 11 against the Bears. The veteran corner logged two full practices last week but was a DNP on Friday and ruled out for Week 15. Now, he'll look to return for Week 16's game against the Saints on Monday night. Alexander has played on 232 coverage snaps this season, per PFF, earning a coverage grade of 78.3 while allowing 14 receptions for 227 yards and two touchdowns on 25 targets. His return will only add to a Packers defense that currently ranks eight in points allowed and 10th in yards allowed this season.

Week 15 will go down as Alexander's seventh missed contest this season and fourth in a row. The Packers suddenly find themselves fending off the Commanders and Rams after losing in Week 14 to the Lions. Week 15 serves as a potential preview of a Wildcard matchup between these two teams if they maintain their current seeding.

Cornerback Jaire Alexander is going to miss another game for the Packers.