Green Bay Packers

Green Bay Packers Defense Analysis

Season Stats

Defense

The Green Bay Packers defense utilizes a 4-3 Single High base scheme under defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley. Review their latest 2025 coverage stats, pass rush metrics, and coaching adjustments below.

Scheme & Analysis

How good is the Green Bay Packers Defense?

The Green Bay Packers have put together a respectable 2025 campaign, holding their own with the #11 ranked scoring defense. Statistically, they are allowing 1.8 fewer points than the league average, which is a solid mark.

In the NFC North, they trail the Minnesota Vikings (#7) in points allowed per game but place higher than the Detroit Lions (#22) and Chicago Bears (#23) to round out the division.

Creating havoc has been a major issue, as they rarely disrupt the opponent's backfield. Ball security hasn't been a concern for their opponents, as this defense generates very few takeaways.

1
Total Sacks
2
Interceptions

Statistically, their front seven production is below average compared to the league median, while their secondary is disciplined but rarely turns the ball over (2 INTs).

* Grades calibrated to 2024 Regular Season (Weeks 1-16).

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Key Playmakers

The unit is anchored by Xavier McKinney, whose performance as a standout player in 2025 with 107 tackles, 1 sacks, and 2 interceptions has been instrumental. Complimenting that production, Isaiah McDuffie has added 92 tackles, 1 sacks, and 1 interception this season.

What is the Green Bay Packers defensive scheme?

Coordinator: Jeff Hafley

The Green Bay Packers defense runs a 4-3 Single High under coordinator Jeff Hafley.

Base Defensive Front
4-3 Single High
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4-3 Front (One-Gap)
Four down linemen, each responsible for a single gap. The goal is speed and penetration to disrupt plays in the backfield.

Tactical Philosophy

Jeff Hafley transitions the Packers to a 4-3 base, emphasizing single-high safety looks (Cover 1/Cover 3) and aggressive up-field play from the defensive line.

Key Principles

4-3 FrontSingle High SafetyAggressive Penetration

Scheme Strengths

  • ✓Consistent 4-man pass rush without blitzing
  • ✓Effective against outside runs (gap integrity)
  • ✓ Simpler coverage responsibilities for LBs

Potential Weaknesses

  • ⚠Can be vulnerable to power run schemes (Double teams)
  • ⚠Requires elite defensive line talent to succeed
  • ⚠Linebackers must be excellent in coverage

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Defensive Vitals (Key Metrics)

The key metrics for the Green Bay Packers Defense include their Havoc Score, Ball Production, and Front Aggression.

⚠️ This unit struggles to disrupt opposing offenses. They are reliable for points allowed but lack significant turnover upside.
Havoc Rate
POOR
0.8/g
Turnovers
POOR
0.2/g
Aggression
POOR
0.2/g
vs 2024 Regular Season Standards
Metric
Per Game
Grade
Why it Matters
Havoc Score
0.8
POOR
They disrupt the offense 0.8 times per game. Low disruption rate. Often indicates a conservative 'Bend-Don't-Break' scheme or lack of pass rush talent.
Ball Production
0.2
POOR
They force a turnover event (INT or Fumble) 0.2 times per game. They struggle to take the ball away, relying on punts.
Front Aggression
0.2
POOR
The Front 7 (Line + LBs) wrecks 0.2 plays at the line of scrimmage per game (Sacks + TFLs).
Metric Definitions• Havoc Score: TFLs + PDs + FFs per game.• Ball Prod: INTs + FFs per game.• Front Aggression: TFLs per game.
Havoc Grading Scale
ELITE > 11.5 GOOD > 10.5 AVG > 9.5 POOR < 9.5
Ball Production Grading Scale
ELITE > 1.6 GOOD > 1.3 AVG > 1.0 POOR < 1.0
Front Aggression Grading Scale
ELITE > 5.8 GOOD > 5.2 AVG > 4.7 POOR < 4.7

Performance Metrics

How is the Green Bay Packers defense trending?

Last 3 Games vs. Season Average

Sliding
31.0 PPG(Last 3)
They are allowing +9.8 more points per game recently.

Roster & Injuries

Who is on the Green Bay Packers defense injury report?

Key absences impacting the gameplanAs of Jan 14, 2026
LB
Edgerrin Cooper
Linebacker
QuestionableJan 11
"Impacts coverage over the middle and open-field tackling."
S
Zayne Anderson
Safety
Injured ReserveDec 31
"Reduces secondary depth; creates mismatch potential for opposing WRs."
CB
Kamal Hadden
Cornerback
Injured ReserveJan 13
"Reduces secondary depth; creates mismatch potential for opposing WRs."
CB
Nate Hobbs
Cornerback
Injured ReserveDec 31
"Reduces secondary depth; creates mismatch potential for opposing WRs."
CB
Bo Melton
Cornerback
Injured ReserveJan 13
"Reduces secondary depth; creates mismatch potential for opposing WRs."
DE
Micah Parsons
Defensive End
Injured ReserveDec 30
"Weakens pass rush rotation and interior run gaps."
DT
Jordon Riley
Defensive Tackle
Injured ReserveDec 30
"Weakens pass rush rotation and interior run gaps."
LB
Kristian Welch
Linebacker
Injured ReserveDec 27
"Impacts coverage over the middle and open-field tackling."
DT
Devonte Wyatt
Defensive Tackle
Injured ReserveJan 12
"Weakens pass rush rotation and interior run gaps."
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