The Green Bay Packers have released two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Jaire Alexander, CBS Sports NFL insider Jonathan Jones confirms. Alexander is now free to sign with another team. The two sides previously agreed to explore trade options while working on a contract restructure.

The Green Bay Packers are cutting ties with cornerback Jaire Alexander. The news of the two-time Pro Bowler's release was initially reported by NFL Network, then later confirmed Monday by the team.

Jaire Alexander has been released by the Green Bay Packers, ending a seven-year run in which he emerged as one of the NFL’s top cornerbacks before injuries limited his availability.