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Packers improve special teams with new talent ahead of season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 10:44 PM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Packers improve special teams with new talent ahead of season

Summary

The Green Bay Packers are showing progress in their special teams unit as they prepare for the upcoming NFL season. New special teams coordinator Cam Achord is implementing changes that appear effective, particularly with rookie kicker Trey Smack, who has made 13 of 14 attempts, including several long kicks. Additionally, the addition of Skyy Moore has bolstered the return game after a poor season last year, highlighted by his 30-yard kick return. The team aims to resolve long-standing special teams issues that have persisted under coach Matt LaFleur, but signs of improvement have emerged in preseason activities.

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Status Watch

•Cam Achord is the Packers' fourth special teams coordinator under LaFleur.
•Rookie kicker Trey Smack is 13-for-14 on kicks this summer.
•Skyy Moore's addition has significantly improved the return game.
•The Packers finished last in NFL return yards last season.

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10:44 PMYahoo Sports — Packers May Have Finally Solved Long-Running Problem

What they're saying

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One issue that has consistently faced Matt LaFleur since he has been the head coach of the Green Bay Packers is special teams. LaFleur is entering his eighth NFL season, and new special teams coordinator Cam Achord will be the Packers’ fourth different coordinator since he was hired.While it is just the preseason, the signs […] The post Packers May Have Finally Solved Long-Running Problem appeared first on HEAVY.
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