Green Bay Packers: What Trading or Releasing A Star Player Would Cost the Team in 2024 and Beyond
Despite coming off of a 33-30 win in Week 16, the news surrounding the Green Bay Packers this week has been anything but positive. At 7-8, the Packers have a real shot at making the NFL Playoffs if they win their remaining two games, but that has been far from the focus on the team this week. Following the win, many were focused on the poor defensive play-calling of embattled defensive coordinator Joe Barry.
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As questions about Barry’s job security have mounted, so too have negative reports about defensive players. De’Vondre Campbell is not playing again this week after posting on social media that, from now on, he will not play through any injuries. Eric Stokes was placed on injured reserve yesterday for the third time this year (including preseason) and his NFL future is in doubt beyond his rookie contract.
Perhaps the most concerning story, though, is the suspension of two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Jaire Alexander. Earlier this week, the Packers announced that they were suspending Alexander for their Week 17 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings for conduct detrimental to the team. While head coach Matt LaFleur told the media that “it’s never just one thing,” the decision came after Alexander appointed himself a captain against Carolina and took the field for the coin toss.
In the days that have followed, many have wondered what the future holds for Alexander within the Packers’ organization. Many want the team to move on from the two-time Second Team All Pro via trade or by flat out releasing him. However, this course of action would be a huge financial mistake.
