Packers: 5 bold targets to pursue at 2021 trade deadline

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - OCTOBER 17: Brandin Cooks #13 of the Houston Texans is unable to catch a pass for a touchdown against Isaiah Rodgers #34 of the Indianapolis Colts in the second half at Lucas Oil Stadium on October 17, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images) /

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MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 19: Stefon Diggs #14 of the Buffalo Bills in action against Xavien Howard #25 of the Miami Dolphins during the second half at Hard Rock Stadium on September 19, 2021 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) /

Xavien Howard, CB, Miami Dolphins

Xavien Howard might be the top cornerback reportedly available on the trade market this season. And although his play has dipped recently, Green Bay should look heavily into him.

The Packers may be able to throw Douglas out there against the Chicago Bears and Washington Football Team, but they are in real trouble when their schedule turns much more difficult in two weeks. How the heck are they expected to defend the likes of the Kansas City Chiefs, Arizona Cardinals and Los Angeles Rams?

Howard would give them a legitimate corner they can depend on even when/if Alexander returns from injury. He’d immediately upgrade the talent in the cornerback room and a bold move to say the least.

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