Lamar Jackson spoke it into existence. And the signing of Jaire Alexander could help spark a Lamar Jackson extension. At a minimum, it can't hurt the Ravens' effort to get a deal done. In 2023, Baltimore's decision to give receiver Odell Beckham $15 million in full guarantees on a one-year deal absolutely helped mend fences with Jackson — and ultimately to get him signed.

After playing for the Packers since 2018, cornerback Jaire Alexander will join the Ravens to play with his former college teammate Lamar Jackson.

The veteran cornerback signed a contract with the Baltimore Ravens on Wednesday, with ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reporting the deal is worth up to $6 million for one year. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Alexander turned down more money elsewhere to sign with the Ravens.