Green Bay Packers Coach Tabbed As Offensive Coordinator For College All-Star Game
The Green Bay Packers will have a key member of their coaching staff in a prominent role at one of the premier pre-draft all-star games this year. Sean Mannion, the Packers’ quarterbacks coach, has been named the offensive coordinator for the West team in the upcoming 2026 East-West Shrine Bowl. The announcement confirms a significant developmental opportunity for the 33-year-old coach as he continues his rapid ascent in the NFL coaching ranks.
Sean Mannion’s History With The Green Bay Packers
Mannion’s transition from player to play-caller has been swift. A former third-round pick out of Oregon State, where he established himself as the Beavers’ all-time passing leader, Mannion spent nearly a decade in the NFL as a backup quarterback. His path first crossed with Packers head coach Matt LaFleur in 2017, when LaFleur served as the offensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Rams.
After concluding his playing career following the 2023 season, Mannion immediately joined the Packers’ staff as an offensive assistant for the 2024 campaign. His knowledge of the game and familiarity with the system led to a quick promotion. When longtime quarterbacks coach Tom Clements retired—a man credited with aiding the development of both Aaron Rodgers and Jordan Love—LaFleur entrusted the critical position to Mannion. Now, the Shrine Bowl offers him his first chance to serve as an on-field offensive coordinator and primary play-caller, a valuable experience for any young assistant with higher aspirations.
Strategic Advantage for Green Bay
Beyond Mannion’s personal development, his participation in the Shrine Bowl offers a tangible strategic advantage for the Packers’ front office. NFL teams frequently value these coaching assignments as they provide unparalleled access to draft prospects. By having a coach embedded with the West team, Green Bay gains an insider’s perspective on how specific players process information, handle coaching, and perform in practice settings.
This hands-on intelligence is often cited by general managers as a tie-breaker during the draft process. Mannion will spend the week running meetings and installing an offense, giving him a clear view of which prospects have the football IQ and work ethic that fits the culture in Green Bay.
Notable Prospects to Watch
Mannion will be tasked with directing an offense populated by several players expected to be selected in the 2026 NFL Draft. The West roster features talent at positions of need for many NFL franchises. Among the skill position players Mannion will instruct are UConn wide receiver Skyler Bell, an All-American who transferred from Wisconsin, and Florida wide receiver J.Michael Sturdivant. The receiving corps also includes Georgia Tech’s Eric Rivers.
The offensive line group is particularly intriguing for a Packers team that prioritizes versatility and depth in the trenches. Mannion will work directly with Duke lineman Brian Parker II, who played right tackle in college but may project as a center at the professional level. Other linemen on the West roster include Indiana center Pat Coogan, the MVP of the Hoosiers’ Rose Bowl victory, and Fa’alili Fa’amoe from Wake Forest, a converted defensive lineman. Ar’maj Reed-Adams from Texas A&M will also look to impress Mannion with his versatility across the line.
The Pre-Draft Process In Full Swing
As the pre-draft process heats up, Mannion’s role in the Shrine Bowl serves as a dual benefit: accelerating the experience of a key staff member while providing the Packers with a distinct scouting edge on the West roster’s top talent.
