The San Francisco 49ers are grappling with significant personnel changes this offseason, notably the departure of cornerback Charvarius Ward, who signed a lucrative three-year deal with the Indianapolis Colts. This loss creates a pressing need in the secondary for the 49ers. The Green Bay Packers' Jaire Alexander has emerged as a potential trade target, although financial considerations and his recent injury history complicate the situation.

Rumors suggest that Alexander, who prefers a release over a trade, might not be willing to renegotiate his contract, which could deter interested teams. Despite this, Packers' GM Brian Gutekunst has indicated ongoing discussions with Alexander, leaving all options—release, trade, or staying—on the table. The 49ers, having not addressed their cornerback needs in the draft, could be in a position to pursue Alexander as they look to fill the void left by Ward.