Packers Stick With Rich Bisaccia - But the Pressure Is Building
The Green Bay Packers made a calculated decision this offseason, choosing continuity over change by keeping special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia on staff. It was a move that drew its fair share of criticism, especially after a season where the Packers’ special teams once again left much to be desired. In a league where even Super Bowl hopefuls like the Rams don’t hesitate to make midseason coaching changes, Green Bay’s patience stood out.
Head coach Matt LaFleur has long been a believer in Bisaccia, and he’s shown that trust publicly and repeatedly. At times, it looked like blind loyalty. But now, with some key changes unfolding, that decision to keep Bisaccia might have been more strategic than it first appeared.
Byron Storer Heads to Cleveland
Bisaccia will now be operating without his top lieutenant. Byron Storer, who’s been by Bisaccia’s side since their days with the Raiders and followed him to Green Bay, is heading to the Cleveland Browns to take over their special teams coordinator role. That’s a significant loss for the Packers - not just in terms of experience, but also in potential succession planning.
If Green Bay had decided to move on from Bisaccia this offseason, Storer would’ve been the obvious candidate to step in. But with Storer now taking a promotion elsewhere, it’s clear the Packers would’ve been left scrambling for a replacement had they cut ties with Bisaccia. In that light, the decision to stay the course looks more like a risk-managed play than simple stubbornness.
Special Teams Still Under the Microscope
Let’s be clear: just because Bisaccia is still in Green Bay doesn’t mean his seat isn’t getting warmer. Special teams have been a consistent sore spot for this franchise, and that’s not something that can be brushed aside anymore. According to Sports Illustrated, the Packers’ special teams unit ranked 20th in the league last season - a far cry from where a playoff-caliber team needs to be.
Injuries certainly played a role in the Packers’ up-and-down campaign, and that’s a valid point. But it can’t be the fallback excuse every year. At some point, performance has to match expectations, and Bisaccia’s unit hasn’t hit the mark.
Now, with Storer out of the picture, there’s no safety net. No fallback.
No built-in replacement waiting in the wings. The accountability squarely falls on Bisaccia, and if the special teams don’t show marked improvement in 2026, it’s hard to imagine LaFleur standing by him again.
LaFleur’s Loyalty Has Limits
LaFleur has shown he values stability, especially when it comes to his staff. He doesn’t make changes lightly - and that’s part of what makes this situation so intriguing. By keeping Bisaccia, he’s essentially betting that the veteran coach can turn things around despite the loss of his top assistant.
But this isn’t a blank check. The margin for error is shrinking. In a league that demands results, especially from units that can swing games with a single play, Bisaccia has to deliver.
There’s no more room for regression. No more patience for breakdowns in coverage, missed field goals, or costly penalties. If the Packers want to be serious contenders, their special teams need to be more than just serviceable - they need to be a strength.
And if they’re not? Then this offseason’s decision to stick with Bisaccia will look less like a smart play and more like a missed opportunity.