Xavier McKinney is a professional American football safety for the Green Bay Packers as of the 2024 NFL season. The New York Giants selected him with the 36th overall pick in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft. McKinney made the top 10 list of safety released by ESPN in 2024, after having a stellar season in 2023. According to PFF, Xavier’s 87.8 overall grade in 2023 placed him 4th among all safeties. His 91.2 coverage grade was the best in his position. In 2020, McKinney’s rookie season had a slow start as he spent most of his time on IR due to a fractured foot and was only able to see playing time in 6 games. In the next 3 years, he went on to start 46 games with his best statistical season coming in 2023. He recorded 116 total tackles along with 11 pass deflections and 3 interceptions in his last season with the New York Giants.The Georgia native attended Roswell High School in his hometown before pledging his loyalty to the University of Alabama. The 2017 College football national champion accumulated 176 total tackles, 14 tackles for loss and 6 sacks in his 3-year tenure with Crimson Tide (via Sports Reference). He was also the defensive MVP of the 2018 Orange Bowl and a First-team All-SEC selection in 2019.
Xavier McKinney Contract Breakdown
As per Spotrac, Xavier McKinney signed his contract of 4 years $67,000,000 with the Green Bay Packers on March 11, 2024. The contract runs through the 2027 season with a potential out option after the 2024 season.
The details of the contract are provided below:
| Contract | Signing Bonus | Average Salary | GTD at Sign | Total GTD |
| 4 yr(s) / $67,000,000 | $23,000,000 | $16,750,000 | $23,000,000 | $23,000,000 |
| Year | Base Salary | Signing Bonus | Roster Bonus | Cap Hit | Dead Cap | Yearly Cash |
| 2024 | $1,450,000 | $23,000,000 | $7,800,000 | $23,000,000 | $25,050,000 | |
| 2025 | $2,750,000 | $8,500,000 | $17,600,000 | $17,250,000 | $11,850,000 | |
| 2026 | $4,250,000 | $8,500,000 | $19,100,000 | $11,500,000 | $13,350,000 | |
| 2027 | $16,150,000 | $22,500,000 | $5,750,000 | $16,750,000 |
Xavier McKinney Salary
As per the terms of Xavier McKinney’s contract with the Green Bay Packers, he has an average annual salary of $16.75 million. In 2024, Xavier is set to earn a base salary of $1.45 million along with a signing bonus of $23,000,000 and a workout bonus of $400,000. The contract amounts for 2024 to carry a cap hit of $7.8 million and a dead cap value of $23 million.
How much does Xavier McKinney make in a minute?
McKinney earns approximately $31.85 per minute, with an average annual salary of $16.75 million.
Xavier McKinney’s Career Earnings
As of November 2024, McKinney has earned approximately $33,291,041 in his NFL career earnings.
How much of Xavier McKinney’s Contract is guaranteed?
Xavier McKinney’s deal guarantees him $23 million out of the whole $67 million mentioned in his contract with the Packers.
What are the terms of Xavier McKinney's Contract?
Xavier’s deal with the Packers included a $23,000,000 signing bonus and guaranteed him $23,000,000 at the signing, according to Spotrac. His signing proration is spread over four years at around $330k annually with $349k in 2024. McKinney will get a $5.75 million signing proration from 2024 till 2027. He will also receive roster bonuses of $8.5 million in 2025 and 2026. Xavier Mckinney will receive $400k in workout bonus along with Roster/GM bonus from the year 2024 till 2027.
Xavier McKinney Contract History
Xavier has signed only one contract before signing his 4-year contract extension in 2024. His first and only contract was his 4-year rookie deal he signed in 2020 with New York Giants.
| Year | Contract | Signing Bonus | Average Salary | GTD at Sign | Total GTD |
| 2020 - 2023 | 4yr(s)/ $8,391,048 | $3,662,580 | $2,097,762 | $6,026,814 | $6,026,814 |
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FAQ's on Xavier McKinney Contract
A. Xavier McKinney is playing for the Green Bay Packers.
A. Xavier McKinney wears the number #29.
A. As of November 2024, Xavier McKinney is 25 years old.
A. Xavier McKinney stands 6 feet tall.
