Packers elite safety duo overwhelm Drake Maye, showing they might be NFL’s best

Green Bay Packers safeties Xavier McKinney and Evan Williams combined for three interceptions to defeat the New England Patriots 45-27 at Gillette Stadium. McKinney recorded two interceptions after anticipating quarterback Drake Maye's tendencies through film study, while Williams added another off a deflection by rookie cornerback Brandon Cisse. The victory improved Green Bay's record to 6-3 on the season.

McKinney now shares the NFL lead with five interceptions this season, and the duo has totaled eight interceptions through nine games. Despite playing without pass rusher Micah Parsons, defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon's defense limited New England's passing offense, while quarterback Jordan Love helped Green Bay establish an insurmountable early lead.