Two-time Pro Bowler Jaire Alexander, who signed with the Philadelphia Eagles just days after being traded from the Baltimore Ravens, has informed the team he is stepping away from football to focus on his physical and mental recovery. While many outlets use the word “retirement,” the reality is more nuanced. This article breaks down exactly what is known, what Alexander has said, and what this means for his career going forward.

What’s actually going on with Jaire Alexander? • Alexander, 28, recently underwent knee surgery in the offseason and appeared in only two games with the Ravens in 2025 before being traded to the Eagles on November 1, 2025. • On November 12, 2025, Jaire Alexander informed the Eagles he would step away from football “to focus on getting himself right physically

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