Packers: 8 biggest surprises in first half of 2020 season

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GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN – NOVEMBER 01: Justin Jefferson #18 of the Minnesota Vikings works against Jaire Alexander #23 of the Green Bay Packers during a game at Lambeau Field on November 01, 2020 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Vikings defeated the Packers 28-22. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) /

2. Jaire Alexander

The last two players on this list are absolute stars. For Jaire Alexander, it’s not that we didn’t expect him to take another leap in Year 3 and be great, it’s just that we didn’t expect him to be this good this fast.

He’s quickly being recognized as the best cornerback in the NFL this season and his PFF grade reflects the same. Alexander has shut down anyone and everyone who has come his way. Despite being undersized, he’s stays glued to his receiver and makes the quarterback put the ball in a perfect position. He’s also extremely aggressive and physical when making tackles and isn’t afraid to blow plays up. Quarterbacks already know to stay away from this young man.

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