In this week's edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks explains why he's not worried about job titles among the Patriots' coaching staff. Plus, the NFL's top five cornerbacks and a look at the Saints' revamped offense.

The Green Bay Packers are finalizing a four-year, $84 million extension with Pro Bowl cornerback Jaire Alexander. The deal keeps Alexander in Green Bay through 2026.

Money has been flying around the NFL in recent weeks, but a host of high-profile players still need to get PAID. Adam Schein spotlights nine young stars who deserve a big-money extension this offseason.

As the Packers await Aaron Rodgers' decision, they're making sure one of their top defensive stars, Jaire Alexander, will stay in Green Bay for years to come.

The Packers might finally get two of their best defenders back this week. Coach Matt LaFleur said pass rusher Za'Darius Smith and CB Jaire Alexander will practice Tuesday and he's hopeful they'll play Saturday. Also, the latest NFL roster and injury news from Tuesday.

Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander (shoulder) will miss a minimum of three games after being placed on injured reserve on Saturday.

Which players will make the greatest contribution to their team's success? Analytics guru Cynthia Frelund uses her models to project win share leaders for the 2021 NFL season.

In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks identifies five sleepers for this year's Defensive Player of the Year award. Plus, how far can the Broncos go with Teddy Bridgewater as their QB1 and is the Jaguars' uninspiring preseason cause for concern?

The players ranked in the top 10 of the "Top 100 Players of 2021" were revealed on Sunday, and Cynthia Frelund's analytics suggest some deserving players were left out. She reveals the five biggest snubs from the top 10 based on her models.

It's that time of year again, when NFL players cast their votes to identify the best in the league heading into the 2021 NFL season.

In today's pass-happy NFL, defenses need MULTIPLE cornerbacks with strong coverage ability. So, which team boasts the best 1-2 punch at the position? Cynthia Frelund ranks the top 10 CB duos entering the 2021 season.

Is there any better combination of offensive and defensive stars than the Packers' pair of Aaron Rodgers and Jaire Alexander? Gil Brandt ranks the top 10 offensive-defensive duos heading into 2021.

In honor of the Summer Olympics in Tokyo, we're highlighting the best of the best across the NFL. Who are the top three cornerbacks heading into the 2021 NFL season? Check out the gold, silver and bronze medalists at the position, according to the voting of our 25-analyst panel.

Will Justin Fields force the Bears to start him? Will Aaron Rodgers force the Packers to trade him? And who DOESN'T have cornerback questions in the NFC North? Tom Blair provides a training camp preview for the division, with position battles and key players to watch across all four rosters.

Who are the NFL's brightest young talents heading into the 2021 season? Nick Shook identifies the league's top rising stars at each position with his All-Under-25 Team, a group headlined by 2019 MVP Lamar Jackson.

In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks explores the contract dispute between Xavien Howard and the Dolphins. Plus, ranking the NFL's top five lockdown corners, what Odell Beckham Jr.'s return from injury could do for the Browns and why Tua Tagovailoa's rough practice isn't a big deal.

Will Josh Allen be a Bill for life? Is Nick Chubb going to stick with the Browns? How much does Lamar Jackson mean to the Ravens? Gil Brandt lists 12 young players whose teams should never let them go.

Will Aaron Rodgers and the Packers put aside their differences and make another run at the Lombardi Trophy? Or will Jordan Love have to grow up quick? Adam Rank explores the state of the Green Bay franchise heading into the 2021 NFL season.

What is the best possible team money could buy in 2021? NFL Media researcher Anthony Holzman-Escareno builds the ultimate 53-man roster while remaining under this year's $182.5 million salary cap.

Nick Shook uses Next Gen Stats to rank the top 10 coverage players of the 2020 NFL season. 49ers linebacker Fred Warner earns a spot on a list dominated by defensive backs.

Will rookies Justin Fields and Teven Jenkins spark a breakthrough by the Bears? Can the Vikings overcome some major question marks? Gregg Rosenthal projects the starters for every team in the NFC North.

Will Davante Adams get a major raise? Is T.J. Watt about to make bank? Anthony Holzman-Escareno projects the All-Paid Team of Tomorrow.

The deadline for NFL teams to option the fifth year on rookie contracts for their 2018 first-round picks is Monday, May 3, and some clubs are getting out ahead of the pack.

With the 2021 NFL Draft right around the corner, Gregg Rosenthal ranks the general managers by their drafting prowess. Who has the savviest scouting eye? Which guys needs to re-evaluate their process? Check out the full pecking order!

Will Andy Dalton upgrade the Bears' offense? Can Jared Goff be more than a bridge for the Lions? Grant Gordon takes stock of the NFC North ahead of the 2021 NFL Draft.

NFL Network's James Jones' Top 5 must-watch wide receiver-cornerback matchups on 2022 schedule.

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport: Green Bay Packers, cornerback Jaire Alexander agree to a four-year, $84M contract extension.

Check out the top 10 cornerback, wide receiver matchups taking place in the 2022 season.

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport: Green Bay Packers discussing a contract extension with cornerback Jaire Alexander.

Watch all of the highlights from the Green Bay Packers and San Francisco 49ers from their Week 3 matchup on "Sunday Night Football" in the 2021 NFL regular season.

Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander makes up a ton of ground to pick off San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo's heave.

Projected Top 5 defensive player win shares | Game Theory.

NFL Media's Cynthia Frelund reveals her All-Analytics Team defense entering the 2021 season, based on projected Win Shares.

Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander has been voted as the No. 41 player in the NFL on the "Top 100 Players of 2021" rankings.

NFL Network's Cynthia Frelund breaks down her Top 5 cornerbacks entering the 2021 season.

NFL Network's Stacey Dales and Bucky Brooks detail the expectations for the Green Bay Packers' defense in 2021.

NFL Network guest analyst Brandon Flowers shares his top five cornerbacks entering the 2021 NFL season.

NFL Network's DeAngelo Hall lists his top five cornerbacks entering the 2021 NFL season.

NFL Network's DeAngelo Hall breaks down why we should be mentioning Green Bay Packers CB Jaire Alexander among NFL's elite.

Former NFL CB Brandon Flowers joins "Good Morning Football" to weigh in on current NFL storylines and characters.

NFL Network's Stacy Dales says 'do not look past' the Green Bay Packers trading around in Round 1 of the 2021 draft.

Watch the highlights from the NFC Championship Game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Green Bay Packers.

Watch Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander's best plays against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the NFC Championship Game.

Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander intercepts his second pass off of Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady.

Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander intercepts a pass from Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady.

See every player who received a Pro Football Focus grade of 90 or better in Week 17

Watch the highlights of the Week 17 matchup between the Green Bay Packers and the Chicago Bears.

Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet fumbles which is recovered by Green Bay Packers linebacker Rashan Gary.

NFL Network's Cynthia Frelund shares her critical individual-player matchups of Week 17.

Watch the Tennessee Titans vs. Green Bay Packers highlights from Week 16 of the 2020 season.