The Green Bay Packers are on the hunt for a new special teams coordinator, following Rich Bisaccia's departure on February 17th. Head coach Matt LaFleur has lined up four candidates for interviews, and it's time to dive into the details of each contender.
Cameron Achord (Free Agent)
Cameron Achord has an intriguing resume, having spent the last two years with the New York Giants as an assistant special teams coach. However, he wasn't retained by the new head coach, John Harbaugh, in 2026.
Achord began his NFL journey with the Patriots, stepping up as their special teams coordinator in 2020, replacing Joe Judge. His debut year was stellar, with the Patriots ranking first in special teams DVOA.
Unfortunately, the subsequent years saw a decline, with rankings of 18th, 32nd, and 28th. Despite this, Achord's early success and experience make him a notable candidate.
Kyle Wilber (Saints Assistant Special Teams Coach)
Kyle Wilber is a familiar face to LaFleur, having been part of the Bisaccia coaching tree. Wilber played under Bisaccia for nine seasons during his NFL career and later joined the Packers as their special teams quality control coach in 2023.
In 2025, he moved to the New Orleans Saints, stepping up as the assistant special teams coach. With Bisaccia's departure and the Packers' number two coach heading to the Browns, Wilber, along with Cory Harkey, represents the remaining links to the Bisaccia legacy in Green Bay.
Matthew Smiley (Free Agent)
Matthew Smiley's coaching career also began with a bang. As the special teams coordinator for the Buffalo Bills, his units ranked first in 2022.
However, like Achord, his teams' performances dipped in the following years, with rankings of 15th and 28th. Smiley has a solid background, having previously served as an assistant in Jacksonville and Buffalo.
Although he's been out of coaching since 2024, his past achievements keep him in the conversation.
Tom McMahon (Free Agent)
Tom McMahon brings a wealth of experience, boasting 17 years as a special teams coordinator across various teams. While his time in Denver was challenging, with an average ranking of 27.25, he found more success with the Raiders.
During his first three years there, his units averaged a 14th-place finish before slipping in 2025. McMahon was let go by Pete Carroll in November and remains available for the 2026 season.
His extensive experience could be a valuable asset for the Packers.
As the Packers evaluate these candidates, each brings unique strengths and challenges. LaFleur's decision will shape the future of Green Bay's special teams, and fans will be eager to see who steps into the role.