NFL analysts suggest controversial top Bengals trade target

Of the positions the Cincinnati Bengals need to fix this offseason, cornerback tends to fly under the proverbial radar.

While Dax Hill and DJ Turner showed promise last year as long-term options, both are now working back from season-ending injuries.

As such, free agency and the draft seem like top options for the Bengals when it comes to fixing the premium position.

Bleacher Report, though, goes a bold direction while listing Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander as the top trade target priority for the Bengals:

A pair of Green Bay defenders could be interesting for the Bengals for different reasons. The defense needs an overhaul and bringing on a veteran cornerback like Jaire Alexander could be an aggressive step towards fixing it. Alexander has struggled with injuries over the last few seasons but has two All-Pro selections on his resume. If he can return to that form he would be a huge boost for the Bengals secondary.

This one registers as a controversial suggestion, though. Going into his age-28 season, Alexander is a $25.4 million cap hit in 2025, which escalates to $27.8 million in its final year in 2026.

Not only is Alexander pricey, he suited up in just seven games in each of the last two seasons. He’s played more than seven games in a season just once since 2021.

Right now, the Bengals need reliable attendance at the cornerback spot in addition to high upside. Cam Taylor-Britt’s erratic play, plus Hill, Turner and sophomore Josh Newton present a core the team hopes can upswing under new coordinator Al Golden.

If the Bengals make a trade or add a veteran, it’s going to be somebody who won’t cost as much as Alexander, while also bringing a more stable presence.