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McKinney got off to a hot start in Green Bay, snagging an interception in the team’s first five games. He also recovered a fumble en route to a 3-2 record. The All-Pro safety then discussed his experience joining a new defense in year five of his career.

“Obviously, being one of the top defenses this year, it was fun. We had got a new scheme and defensive coordinator, and everybody bought into the system. And [Jeff] Hafley did a hell of a job this year of just making sure that everybody knew what was going on and how to do it correctly. I think that was the biggest thing. Like I said, it was a new scheme, not just for me but for everybodyMcKinney was initially drafted by the Giants in 2020 when Joe Judge was head coach. Two years later, Judge was out the door, and McKinney experienced his first regime change in the NFL. Whether that made the move to Green Bay easier is unknown, but McKinney was able to raise his play to another level in 2024.

What’s Next for the Packers’ Defense

With a successful 2024 season now in the rearview mirror, McKinney looks ahead to the future of Green Bay’s defense.

“Like I said, everybody bought in and was collectively together. And that’s what made it work. Everybody knew their role and played their role at a high level. And it helped us win and play good defense the whole year. So, it was fun, and just like I told Hafley, I can’t wait to keep growing the defense and finding ways to be better defensively. I definitely think the sky is the limit not only for our team but our defense.”