Currently tied for the NFL lead with six interceptions, McKinney has been a key factor in the Packers’ impressive 6-3 record.
Moore, despite having a relatively low-profile season in what has been an outstanding career, is likely aware of who No. 29 is ahead of Sunday’s rivalry matchup at Soldier Field.
“I hope so. But I don’t give a damn about what he knows,” McKinney remarked.
Instead of focusing on what he knows, McKinney emphasized what he’s observed
The Packers have a strong core of talent, but their division only looks to be getting stronger. The Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings have two of the best records in football and the Chicago Bears have a lot of young talent, so Green Bay will have to stay busy in free agency to remain playoff contenders moving forward.
That opens the door for the Packers to sign a Pittsburgh Steelers standout who is having a breakout season.
“Green Bay will likely look for cornerback help this offseason. Jackson could be an intriguing veteran option since he has impressive ball skills with 17 career interceptions and 52 passes defended heading into this weekend,” the authors said.
“Through Week 9 of this season, the 28-year-old is second among cornerbacks with three picks and has yielded a meager 46.2 passer rating when targeted, according to Pro Football Focus.”
In addition to his three interceptions, Jackson has six pass deflections and eight total He won’t be the biggest name on the cornerback market this winter, but he’s got the ball-hawking skills to be one of the most valuable.
That seems like a reasonable ask for the Packers to shore up one of their most obvious offseason needs.
