ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter provided new insight into Rich Bisaccia’s sudden decision to step down as the Green Bay Packers’ assistant head coach and special teams coordinator, suggesting the veteran coach felt a sense of failure toward head coach Matt LaFleur in recent seasons.
Adam Schefter's Brutal Timing Makes Him Look Clueless on Live TV
Adam Schefter’s Brutal Timing Makes Him Look Clueless on Live TV (Screenshot Via x/@AdamSchefter).
Adam Schefter Reveals Rich Bisaccia Felt He ‘Failed’ Matt LaFleur Before Stepping Down as Packers Special Teams Coordinator
During an appearance on ESPN Milwaukee’s “Wendorf Wednesdays” radio show (aired February 18, 2026), Schefter shared:
“He felt like he failed Matt LaFleur last year… He certainly probably felt maybe a similar way this year.”
The comment, posted by @ESPNMilwaukee on X (formerly Twitter), has garnered over 30,000 views and sparked mixed reactions from Packers fans. The clip shows Schefter discussing Bisaccia’s exit in a multi-panel podcast format, emphasizing the emotional toll on the 65-year-old coach after four seasons in Green Bay (2022–2025).
“He felt like he failed Matt LaFleur last year…He certainly probably felt maybe a similar way this year.” 👀@AdamSchefter on Rich Bisaccia stepping down from the #Packers. pic.twitter.com/EaaxVUgTtE
— ESPN Milwaukee (@ESPNMilwaukee) February 18, 2026
Bisaccia’s Tenure and Departure
Bisaccia joined the Packers in 2022 after serving as interim head coach for the Las Vegas Raiders in 2021, where he led them to a playoff berth. In Green Bay, he aimed to fix a historically underperforming special teams unit but faced ongoing criticism for inconsistencies like missed field goals, penalties, and blocked kicks. While the unit showed some improvement in coverage and returns, it ranked middle-of-the-pack in advanced metrics like DVOA during 2025.
The Packers announced Bisaccia’s resignation on February 17, 2026, with LaFleur praising him in a statement:
“While we are disappointed to lose a person and coach as valuable as Rich, we respect his decision to step down from the Packers. Rich was a tremendous resource to me and our entire coaching staff who had a profound impact on our players and our culture throughout the building.
We can’t thank him enough for his contributions to our team over the last four years. We wish Rich, his wife, Jeanne, and the rest of their family all the best moving forward.”
Schefter’s revelation adds context, implying Bisaccia’s self-perceived shortcomings—particularly in failing to meet LaFleur’s expectations—played a role in his choice to step away, possibly signaling retirement after a 40+ year coaching career.
Fan Reactions: Relief and Reflection
Green Bay Packers special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia is shown during the second quarter of their game against the Arizona Cardinals Sunday, October 13, 2024 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. © Mark Hoffman / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK
Green Bay Packers special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia is shown during the second quarter of their game against the Arizona Cardinals Sunday, October 13, 2024 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. © Mark Hoffman / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK
The X post from ESPN Milwaukee drew quick responses:
Many fans expressed relief: “He failed for many years but in all fairness to him I don’t even remember a year in which the packers had a good ST unit. Always been subpar and cost us many big time games.”
Others were more critical: “Rich takes more accountability then the entire front office and coaching staff. Maybe I was a bit too harsh.”
Some defended Bisaccia: “He’s 65,… maybe he’s had his fill of NFL coaching. Time to retire and enjoy the 4th quarter of life.”
The sentiment leans positive toward the change, with fans hopeful for a fresh approach to special teams under LaFleur and GM Brian Gutekunst.
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