Eagles Place Jaire Alexander on Reserve-Retired List

Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Jaire Alexander has stepped away from football to address his physical and mental health, the team announced Wednesday by placing the 28-year-old on the Reserve-Retired list. The move, which came just 11 days after his acquisition from the Baltimore Ravens, leaves open the possibility of a return, as Alexander has not formally submitted retirement paperwork, according to team sources.

Alexander informed the Eagles of his decision earlier this week, focusing on recovery from offseason knee surgery and the broader toll of persistent injuries. He did not travel with the team to Green Bay for Monday night's 10-7 victory over the Packers, listed as out due to his knee and a coach's decision. In a corresponding roster adjustment, the Eagles activated cornerback Jakorian Bennett from injured reserve. Bennett, who suffered a pectoral injury in Week 3, had recorded six tackles and one pass defended earlier in the season.

The Eagles acquired Alexander on November 1 in a trade deadline deal, sending a 2026 sixth-round draft pick to Baltimore in exchange for the veteran and a 2027 seventh-rounder. General Manager Howie Roseman expressed optimism about the move...