5 best players on Packers' roster for home stretch of 2020 schedule

5 best players on Packers’ roster for home stretch of 2020 schedule

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - SEPTEMBER 13: Jaire Alexander #23 of the Green Bay Packers looks on during the game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium on September 13, 2020 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Packers defeated the Vikings 43-34. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images) /

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GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN – JANUARY 12: Jaire Alexander #23 of the Green Bay Packers celebrates making a sack on a 2-point conversion against the Seattle Seahawks in the second half of the NFC Divisional Playoff game at Lambeau Field on January 12, 2020 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images) /

1. Jaire Alexander

Cornerback is one of the most difficult positions to play in the NFL. You have to read and react to some of the most explosive athletes on the planet without never knowing ahead of time what they are going to do. You must also tackle big running backs in the open field.

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Fortunately, Green Bay has an ascending young cornerback in Jaire Alexander who is at the top of his position so far this season. In just his third year, Alexander has gotten better every season and is already widely recognized as one of the best cover corners in the NFL. His 86.9 PFF grade may not be the highest on this list, but it’s 4.8 points higher than the next player.

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