Packers without 2 key defenders for 49ers clash

The Green Bay Packers will be without two key defensive players in their Week 12 matchup against the San Francisco 49ers. Cornerback Jaire Alexander and linebacker Edgerrin Cooper have been ruled out due to injuries, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Alexander, who sustained a knee injury in October during the Packers' victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars, managed only 10 snaps in last week's narrow 20-19 win against the Chicago Bears before exiting the game. Despite his absence from practice throughout the week, head coach Matt LaFleur confirmed that Alexander will not be placed on injured reserve.

In Alexander's absence, second-year cornerback Carrington Valentine is expected to see…