Maurice Alexander

Career StatsD

Year	Team	GP	Rec	Yards	TD
Career		7	1	7	—
2025		1	—	—	—
2024		3	0	0	0
2023		2

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Bears made a low-risk depth move that still feels slightly overpriced given Maurice Alexander's limited production profile. At 29, Alexander sits firmly in the depth piece tier, yet Chicago is paying him $1.1M — a figure that typically secures more reliable fourth or fifth receiver production than what his track record suggests he can deliver. The age factor compounds the concern, as Alexander is well past the developmental curve where teams might justify paying for upside, leaving the Bears essentially gambling on a known commodity who hasn't demonstrated starter-level impact. While the one-year, $1.1M total commitment minimizes long-term risk, it's still curious allocation of salary cap space for a receiver who projects more as a camp body than someone who'll meaningfully contribute on Sundays. This D CVI grade reflects a deal where Chicago could have likely found similar or better production at a lower cost, making it a modest but unnecessary overpay for depth that may not even make the final roster.

Fan Sentiment

Low-impact depth signing of a practice squad receiver with minimal upside. Five news articles suggest Alexander remains an afterthought despite recent roster moves. His toe-tap touchdown catch shows decent hands but limited overall impact. Fans barely noticed this move amid bigger offseason changes and roster turnover. Alexander will compete for special teams snaps and emergency receiver depth.