Eagles Rule Out Jaire Alexander vs. Packers

Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Jaire Alexander will not make his debut with the team in their Week 10 matchup against the Green Bay Packers on Monday night in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Eagles announced Friday that Alexander has been ruled out due to a knee injury and the coach's decision, opting to keep him in Philadelphia for recovery and acclimation to the team's defense.

Alexander, a two-time Pro Bowler, joined the Eagles via trade from the Baltimore Ravens on November 1, just before the trade deadline. The move came after a brief stint with the Ravens, where he appeared in only two games following his release from the Packers in June after seven seasons with the team. The Eagles, seeking to bolster their secondary, acquired Alexander along with outside linebacker Jaelan Phillips and cornerback Michael Carter II in a series of deadline deals. Philadelphia entered the week atop the NFC East with a 6-2 record, while the Packers led the NFC North at 5-2-1.

The decision to sit Alexander stems from his ongoing knee issues, which have plagued him over the past two seasons and limited his playing time. Although Alexander told reporters earlier this week that his knee felt better...