Where is Jaire Alexander from?

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Jaire Alexander

The Green Bay Packers selected cornerback Jaire Zakar Alexander in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft. He was born in Philadelphia and moved to Charlotte, his father’s hometown later on. Alexander attended the Rocky River High School in Mint Hill, North Carolina. He initially committed to play for the University of South Carolina but changed to the University of Louisville. Alexander decided to forgo his senior year and enter the 2018 NFL Draft. The Packers and Alexander signed a four-year $12 million fully guaranteed deal which included a $6.8 million signing bonus. Alexander made his first appearance in the season-opener against the Bears. In his rookie year, Alexander started 11 games recording 66 total tackles.

Alexander started all 16 games he played in the following season. He made his first Pro Bowl appearance in the 2020-21 season. The Packers opted for the fifth-year option on Alexander’s contract which guaranteed $13.3 million in the 2022 season. After starting 16 games in the regular season, Alexander recorded 43 solo tackles. In May 2022, Alexander signed a four-year extension contract with the Packers worth $84 million including a $30 million signing bonus.

Jaire Alexander Hometown

Alexander is an American cornerback who was born on February 9, 1997, in Philadelphia. His family moved to Charlotte eventually when he was a toddler.

His father comes from North Carolina where he eventually grew up and started his football career. He admits to never being involved with football in Philadelphia and also credits North Carolina and his high school for his football career.

Jaire Alexander Physical Attributes

Alexander is 5 ft 10 in tall and weighs 196 lb. He had an athleticism score of 84 at the 2018 Combine. He also had the second-highest total score at the event. Alexander can cover 40 yards in about 4.38 seconds and a 10-yard split in 1.47 seconds.

See more:- Jaire Alexander's 40 time

FAQ's On Jaire Alexander Nationality

A. Jaire Alexander extended his contract till 2026 in a $84 million deal with the Packers.

A. Jaire Alexander played college football at the University of Louisville after changing his mind from the University of South Carolina.

A. On Madden NFL 24, Jaire Alexander has an Overall Rating of 91 as a Superstar X-Factor with Man to Man Archetype.

A. Jaire Alexander was selected in the first round as the 18th overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft.

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