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NFL·ANALYSIS·September 4, 2026 01:31 PM ET

Packers could gain interceptions by simply reaching average

The season opens Sept. 13 after a 2-1 preseason.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 41 min read
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What happened: Green Bay converted a small share of its defended passes into interceptions last season. Xavier McKinney and Evan Williams were the only Packers with multiple picks, while two other defenders recorded one apiece.

Why it matters: A return to the league norm would raise the takeaway total without requiring more passes defensed. The Packers have exceeded the league average in turnovers in consecutive seasons only once since 2019, reflecting the category's volatility.

By the numbers: Green Bay made 7 interceptions on 59 passes defensed in 2025, an 11.86% rate versus 16.1% leaguewide. At the same opportunity count, average conversion would produce about 10 interceptions, roughly three more than last season.

What to watch: The opening weeks will show whether the secondary converts more chances while sustaining its pass-defense volume.

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