Evaluating Packers’ Top Options for Special Teams Coordinator

Rich Bisaccia has exited his role as the special teams coordinator for the Green Bay Packers. Following his departure, a thorough analysis of potential replacements is necessary. This situation arises after 11 other special teams coordinator vacancies across the league were filled, with eight of those hires being individuals who held similar positions in 2025.

Of the three new coaches not previously in the special teams coordinator role in 2025, Joe DeCamillis of the Las Vegas Raiders stands out. He has a 30-year background in the NFL as a special teams coordinator. Meanwhile, Byron Storer, who was Bisaccia’s assistant, has secured the same position with the Cleveland Browns. Anthony Levine, a former Packers player, was also promoted within the Baltimore Ravens’ organization. This leaves the Packers with limited options as they search for a new coordinator.

Evaluating Packers’ Options for Special Teams Coordinator

The Packers will likely seek a seasoned candidate due to recent hiring trends. Most candidates available have coached within the last two years. Here’s a look at their recent performance statistics.

Potential Candidates

• Todd McMahon (Free Agent)
  • 2021: Denver Broncos (30th)
  • 2022: Las Vegas Raiders (12th)
  • 2023: Las Vegas Raiders (13th)
  • 2024: Las Vegas Raiders (17th)
  • 2025: Las Vegas Raiders (28th)
  • Average Rank: 20.0
• Chase Blackburn (Falcons Assistant)
  • 2020: Carolina Panthers (16th)
  • 2021: Carolina Panthers (24th)
  • 2023: Los Angeles Rams (32nd)
  • 2024: Los Angeles Rams (19th)
  • 2025: Los Angeles Rams (26th)
  • Average Rank: 23.4
• Thomas McGaughey (Free Agent)
  • 2021: New York Giants (11th)
  • 2022: New York Giants (22nd)
  • 2023: New York Giants (21st)
  • 2024: Tampa Bay Buccaneers (26th)
  • 2025: Tampa Bay Buccaneers (27th)
  • Average Rank: 21.4
• Matthew Smiley (Free Agent)
  • 2022: Buffalo Bills (1st)
  • 2023: Buffalo Bills (15th)
  • 2024: Buffalo Bills (28th)
  • Average Rank: 14.7
• Brian Schneider (Commanders Assistant)
  • 2019: Seattle Seahawks (20th)
  • 2021: Jacksonville Jaguars (31st)
  • 2022: San Francisco 49ers (15th)
  • 2023: San Francisco 49ers (25th)
  • 2024: San Francisco 49ers (31st)
  • Average Rank: 24.4

Among the available candidates, Matthew Smiley stands out due to having led the top-ranked special teams unit in 2022. However, his performance dipped significantly in the following seasons. The Packers may need to consider hiring a coordinator who is new to the role, especially given the lack of impressive veteran options at this stage.

Conclusion

The search for a new special teams coordinator for the Packers is critical. As the team evaluates potential candidates, it’s evident that effective leadership in this area is vital to improve the performance of their special teams unit.