Report: Packers Also Block Bears, Jaguars from Interviewing Alex Van Pelt
In addition to the previously reported blocking of the St. Louis Rams from interview quarterbacks coach Alex Van Pelt for their vacant offensive coordinator position, the Green Bay Packers have also denied access to two more teams, according to Jason LaCanfora of CBS:
Alex Van Pelt was coveted coach this year - and will be again next year I figure. Packers blocked CHI, JAX and STL from interviewing for. OC
— Jason La Canfora (@JasonLaCanfora) January 23, 2015
It's been a regular occurrence for the Packers to prevent their assistant coaches under contract to interview for positions on other teams other than head coach.