The Green Bay Packers are on the hunt for a new special teams coordinator after the unexpected resignation of Rich Bisaccia earlier this week. This comes on the heels of a busy period where the Packers were already revamping their defensive staff due to the departure of defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley, who took several coaches with him. Now, with another key position open, the Packers face the challenge of filling the role at a time when many top candidates have already been snapped up in the NFL hiring cycle.
However, head coach Matt LaFleur seems prepared for this scenario. It appears Bisaccia had contemplated stepping down as far back as 2024, so LaFleur likely has a shortlist of potential candidates. One of those names surfaced recently.
According to Bill Huber from Sports Illustrated, the Packers plan to interview former NFL linebacker Kyle Wilber for the special teams coordinator position. Wilber, who wrapped up his playing career after the 2021 season, has been building his coaching resume. He served as a special teams quality control coach with the Packers from 2023-2024 and was most recently an assistant special teams coach with the New Orleans Saints.
Wilber's NFL career spanned a decade, beginning with six seasons at the Dallas Cowboys and concluding with four seasons at the Oakland/Las Vegas Raiders. During his time with the Raiders, he worked under Bisaccia, who was the special teams coordinator and later the interim head coach.
Known for his reliability, Wilber was a fixture on special teams throughout his career, consistently playing over 73% of special teams snaps from 2013-2021. This extensive experience makes him an appealing candidate for the Packers, who could benefit from his specialized insight.
Ultimately, whoever steps into the coordinator role will need the full backing of the Packers organization. It's crucial for the franchise to prioritize special teams, ensuring the unit receives the necessary resources and talent to succeed.