The Green Bay Packers are on the hunt for a new special teams coordinator, and they've got some intriguing candidates in the mix. Among them is Cameron Achord, currently an assistant special teams coach with the New York Giants. Achord's name is generating buzz, and for good reason.
Let's take a closer look at Achord's coaching journey. He kicked off his career as a graduate assistant at Southern Miss from 2010 to 2012.
His path then led him to Southwest Mississippi Community College, where he wore multiple hats from 2013 to 2016, including special teams coordinator, running backs coach, quarterbacks coach, and tight ends coach. By 2017, he had added offensive coordinator to his resume.
In 2018, Achord made the leap to the NFL, joining the New England Patriots as an assistant special teams coach. Just two years later, he stepped up as the Patriots' special teams coordinator, a role he held until 2023. His expertise caught the attention of the Giants, where he has been contributing as an assistant special teams coach since 2024.
Achord's extensive experience and versatility make him a compelling candidate for the Packers. But he's not the only one in the running. Green Bay is also set to interview Kyle Wilber, the Saints' assistant special teams coach, adding another layer of intrigue to the selection process.
As the Packers weigh their options, both Achord and Wilber bring unique skills and insights to the table. Whoever lands the role will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on Green Bay's special teams unit.