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sports6 months ago•3 min saved

Bisaccia Leaves Packers Coaching Staff, Pausing His NFL Career

Rich Bisaccia has stepped down as the Green Bay Packers' assistant head coach and special teams coordinator, announced by coach Matt LaFleur. A four-year veteran in Green Bay who has also coached for the Buccaneers, Chargers, Cowboys and Raiders (including a 2021 interim Raiders stint), Bisaccia pauses his coaching career for the first time since 1983. LaFleur thanked him for his impact and the organization offered best wishes to Bisaccia and his family as he pursues what’s next.

via NBC Sports|

#assistant-head-coach #green-bay-packers #nfl-coaching-changes

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Tampa Bay Buccaneers Hire Thomas McGaughey as New Special Teams Coordinator"

Former New York Giants special teams coordinator Thomas McGaughey has been hired by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to fill the same role after being fired at the end of the 2023-24 season. Despite a disappointing season with the Giants, the highly-respected coach had interest from multiple teams, including the Titans, before joining the Buccaneers. McGaughey replaces the retiring Keith Armstrong on Todd Bowles' staff, while the Giants have hired Michael Ghobrial to replace him.

via Big Blue View|

#new-york-giants #nfl #special-teams-coordinator

sports2 years ago•0 min saved

"Buccaneers Expand Coaching Staff with Thomas McGaughey as Special Teams Coordinator"

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have hired Thomas McGaughey as their new special teams coordinator, replacing Keith Armstrong who retired after the 2023 season. McGaughey previously held the same role with the New York Giants and has also worked with the Panthers, 49ers, and Jets in the past.

via NBC Sports|

#buccaneers #coaching-staff #nfl

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Buccaneers Consider Larry Izzo and LeVar Woods for Special Teams Coordinator Role"

After the Seattle Seahawks hired Jay Harbaugh as their new special teams coordinator, Larry Izzo, who was under contract with the team, has reportedly interviewed for the same position with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who are seeking to replace Keith Armstrong after his retirement.

via Field Gulls|

#coaching-staff #larry-izzo #seattle-seahawks

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Bucs Consider Multiple Candidates for Special Teams Coordinator Role"

The Buccaneers have interviewed former Seahawks special teams coordinator Larry Izzo for the same position, making him the fourth candidate to speak to the team about replacing Keith Armstrong. Izzo, who was on Pete Carroll’s staff for six seasons, has a strong track record in special teams coordination, with the Seahawks ranking highly in various special teams categories during his tenure.

via NBC Sports|

#buccaneers #interview #larry-izzo

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Jay Harbaugh Joins Seahawks as Special Teams Coordinator"

The Seattle Seahawks are expected to hire Jay Harbaugh, son of Jim Harbaugh, as their special teams coordinator under new head coach Mike Macdonald. Harbaugh, who previously coached at the University of Michigan, will reunite with Macdonald, with whom he worked at both Michigan and the Baltimore Ravens. This move comes as part of the Seahawks' coaching staff overhaul following the introduction of Macdonald as head coach.

via ESPN|

#coaching-staff #jay-harbaugh #mike-macdonald

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Seahawks to Add Jay Harbaugh as Special Teams Coordinator"

The Seattle Seahawks are reportedly adding Jay Harbaugh, former University of Michigan special teams coordinator, to their coaching staff as the new special teams coordinator under Mike Macdonald. Harbaugh previously worked with Macdonald at Michigan and also has experience coaching various positions. This move suggests that current special teams coordinator Larry Izzo may no longer be part of the Seahawks coaching staff.

via Field Gulls|

#coaching-staff #jay-harbaugh #mike-macdonald

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

"Michigan Football Promotes Analyst to Special Teams Coordinator and QB Coach to Offensive Coordinator Under Sherrone Moore"

Sherrone Moore, acting head coach of Michigan football, has promoted J.B. Brown, an analyst on staff since 2021, to special teams coordinator, replacing the outgoing Jay Harbaugh. Brown has been praised for his expertise in special teams and his role in Michigan's success in that aspect of the game. This announcement follows Moore's earlier hire of an offensive coordinator and other on-field staff, as he continues to make changes to the coaching staff.

via MLive.com|

#college-football #jb-brown #michigan

sports2 years ago•5 min saved

"Patriots Tap Jeremy Springer as New Special Teams Coordinator"

Jeremy Springer, a former assistant coach with the Los Angeles Rams, will be the New England Patriots’ next special teams coordinator. With a background in coaching at both the college and NFL levels, Springer has been hired by the Patriots after previously working with the Rams. While his track record with the Rams' special teams was not impressive, the Patriots were convinced by his interview and plan for the team. Springer's hire comes after the Patriots reportedly offered the position to another candidate who chose to stay with his current team, making Springer the team's second choice for the role.

via Pats Pulpit|

#coaching-background #jeremy-springer #new-england-patriots

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Raheem Morris' Impact on Atlanta Falcons Coaching Staff and NFL Carousel"

Atlanta Falcons' assistant coach Marquice Williams, who had garnered interest from the Patriots and Giants, will be retained as the special teams coordinator by head coach Raheem Morris. The decision provides stability to the coaching staff and is expected to benefit the team's roster, with a focus on utilizing return specialist Avery Williams and maintaining consistency in special teams contributors.

via The Falcoholic|

#atlanta-falcons #marquice-williams #nfl

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Panthers Shake Up Coaching Staff with Departures and New Hires"

Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales, formerly with the Seattle Seahawks, is eyeing Tracy Smith, a former special teams assistant with the Seahawks, to join his staff as the special teams coordinator. With the Seahawks undergoing coaching changes, several members of their 2023 coaching staff, including offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, are also seeking new opportunities with other NFL teams.

via Field Gulls|

#carolina-panthers #dave-canales #seattle-seahawks

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Panthers Block Giants from Interviewing Chris Tabor, Then Fire Him"

The Carolina Panthers blocked the New York Giants from interviewing their special teams coordinator, Chris Tabor, and then fired him with two years left on his contract. Despite Panthers owner David Tepper suggesting that Tabor be retained, the new head coach opted to build his staff from scratch. Tabor is now free to interview elsewhere, but not with the Giants, who have already hired Michael Ghobrial as their new special teams coordinator.

via Giants Wire|

#carolina-panthers #chris-tabor #new-york-giants

sports2 years ago•0 min saved

"Giants Name Michael Ghobrial Special Teams Coordinator"

The New York Giants have hired Michael Ghobrial, former assistant special teams coach for the New York Jets, as their new special teams coordinator. Ghobrial, who has helped lead the Jets to impressive special teams rankings, quickly secured the position after interviewing on Saturday. His experience as the special teams coordinator for the East Team in the 2024 East-West Shrine Bowl will allow him to assess potential prospects for the Giants. The defensive coordinator position remains the last major hire for the Giants.

via Big Blue View|

#michael-ghobrial #new-york-giants #new-york-jets

sports2 years ago•4 min saved

"Insider Insights: Unveiling 10 Key Facts About STC Michael Ghobrial"

The New York Giants have hired Michael Ghobrial as their special teams coordinator, filling a key coaching position. Ghobrial brings extensive experience, having served as an assistant special teams coach for the New York Jets and worked in the college ranks. He has a track record of success, with the Jets' special teams unit ranking highly in the NFL during his tenure. Ghobrial has also coached at Washington State University, the University of Hawaii, and Tarleton State, among other institutions, and played as a defensive end at UCLA.

via Giants.com|

#coaching-career #michael-ghobrial #new-york-giants

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

"Giants Name Michael Ghobrial Special Teams Coordinator"

The New York Giants have hired Michael Ghobrial, who previously served as an assistant on the Jets' staff, as their new special teams coordinator. Ghobrial, who has extensive experience coaching special teams at both the collegiate and NFL levels, replaces Thomas McGaughey. During his time with the Jets, Ghobrial contributed to the team fielding one of the NFL's best special teams units, with notable achievements in kickoff coverage, punt returns, and field goal kicking. Ghobrial brings a wealth of coaching experience, including stints at various universities and with the Detroit Lions, and also had a brief playing career at UCLA.

via Giants.com|

#coaching-career #michael-ghobrial #new-york-giants