Green Bay Packers Safety Xavier McKinney Named Second-Team All-Pro in 2025
The Associated Press has recognized Green Bay Packers safety Xavier McKinney as a second-team All-Pro for the 2025 NFL season. This achievement comes on the heels of his first-team All-Pro selection in 2024, solidifying his status as a defensive standout.
McKinney's impressive performance in 2025 included intercepting two passes, defending 10, forcing a fumble, recording 1.0 sack, and amassing over 100 tackles. Despite not matching his eight interceptions from the previous season, his overall impact remained significant.
According to Next Gen Stats, McKinney's coverage prowess was exceptional. He allowed only 0.3 yards per coverage snap, the best among NFL defensive players with at least 300 coverage snaps. Additionally, he defended 10 passes on just 29 total targets into his coverage, showcasing his ability to limit big plays.
Pro Football Focus ranked McKinney eighth in overall grade among safeties at season's end. His tackling and coverage grades were particularly impressive, with only a 4.8% missed tackle percentage (third-best in the league) and just one touchdown pass allowed in coverage. McKinney was one of only three safeties to achieve a run defense grade of at least 80.0, a tackling grade of at least 80.0, and a coverage grade of at least 75.0.
Quarterbacks struggled when throwing into McKinney's coverage, with a passer rating of only 63.8. His performance earned him a spot as one of two All-Pros for the Packers in 2025, joining first-team All-Pro defensive end Micah Parsons.
McKinney's consistent excellence and versatility on defense make him a key contributor to the Packers' success. His ability to impact the game in multiple ways, from interceptions to tackling and coverage, has solidified his place as a top safety in the NFL.
