Pro Football Focus has just unveiled its postseason list of the top 101 NFL players, and the Green Bay Packers have three players making the cut. While this might seem average given the league's 32 teams, it offers a deeper look into where the Packers stand as they head into the 2026 offseason.
Leading the charge for the Packers is safety Xavier McKinney, who landed at 66th overall and fifth among safeties. McKinney’s performance this season earned him second All-Pro honors, adding to his first-team accolade from 2024.
Quarterback Jordan Love also secured a spot, ranking 37th overall. Only three quarterbacks outshone Love in this list: Matthew Stafford, Josh Allen, and Drake Maye. This ranking highlights Love’s growing stature among the league’s elite signal callers.
Defensive end Micah Parsons is the third Packer on the list, finishing impressively at 13th. Only Myles Garrett, Will Anderson, and Aidan Hutchinson were ranked higher at his position. Having key players at quarterback and edge rusher, often considered the most pivotal positions on offense and defense, bodes well for Green Bay.
However, with only three players on the list, it raises questions about whether the Packers possess the top-tier talent needed for a Super Bowl run. In contrast, the Seattle Seahawks, fresh off a Super Bowl victory, placed eight players on the list, while the NFC runners-up, the Los Angeles Rams, had ten. Within the NFC North, the Bears matched the Packers with three players, while the Lions had five.
Injuries also played a significant role in the Packers' season. Tight end Tucker Kraft was on track for a standout year before an injury cut his season short after eight games. He was poised to become the first Packers tight end to surpass 1,000 receiving yards in a season.
Wide receiver Christian Watson also battled injuries, limiting him to ten games. Despite this, he was on pace for over 1,000 yards and ten touchdowns, potentially earning him a spot on the list if healthy.
Running back Josh Jacobs faced a challenging season with injuries and subpar run blocking, resulting in 400 fewer rushing yards than the previous year. Ranked 34th in 2024, Jacobs didn’t make the top 101 this season.
Right tackle Zach Tom also struggled with injuries, affecting his playtime. Despite this, he remained the team’s top offensive lineman, ranking in the top ten among qualified tackles. Last year, he was 48th on the list but missed the cut this season.
So, are the Packers simply unlucky or missing elite talent? It’s likely a mix of both. General Manager Brian Gutekunst faces a tough task in bolstering the roster for a Super Bowl push, especially without a first-round draft pick and limited cap space.
This offseason will be crucial for the Packers. The top 101 list underscores their potential and highlights the gaps they need to fill to reach the NFL’s pinnacle.