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Per the team, Alex Van Pelt is one of the six new additions to the staff for the 2025 campaign.

Former Browns Coach Lands in Los Angeles

As the new league year approaches, teams are shuffling around coaches as they prepare for the new roster to be built in the coming months. Some are hired almost immediately, like New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel.

NFL News / Field Level Media / February 24

Rams add Alex Van Pelt to coaching staff

The Los Angeles Rams added former New England Patriots and Cleveland Browns offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt to their coaching staff. Van Pelt will serve as senior offensive assistant on the staff of coach Sean McVay, whose complete staff was announced Monday.

Cleveland Browns News / Browns Nation / February 24

Rams Are Hiring Former Browns Coach

Although the NFL’s head coaching cycle is over, teams are continuing to add talent to their coaching staff during the offseason. That’s the case in Los Angeles as the Rams added a former Browns coach to their roster.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / February 24

Rams Announce Coaching Staff for 2025

The Los Angeles Rams just announced new additions to their coaching staff ahead of the new season. Per the Rams, they added Alex Van Pelt as their senior offensive assistant.

NFL News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / February 24

Rams Hire Former Steelers QB

Former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Alex Van Pelt is headed to the next stop in his coaching career. According to CBS Sports' Jonathan Jones, the Los Angeles Rams have hired Van Pelt as a senior offensive assistant.

Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / February 24

Former Cleveland Browns Coach Lands Job With NFC Team

The Cleveland Browns took a lot of heat for parting ways with offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt after the 2023 NFL season, especially seeing how the Browns' offense looked this past year.

Los Angeles Rams News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / February 24

Rams Hire Former Pitt QB

PITTSBURGH — The Los Angeles Rams added a former Pitt Panthers quarterback to their staff for next season. The Rams announced a number of new hires to their coaching staff for 2025, which includes Alex Van Pelt as a senior offensive assistant.

NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / February 24

Rams Hire Former Patriots OC

A prominent member of the New England Patriots' 2024 coaching staff has found a new gig ahead of next season. According to a report from NFL insider Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports, the Los Angeles Rams have added former Patriots offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt as a senior offensive assistant.

Los Angeles Rams News / Pro Football Talk / February 24

Rams hire Alex Van Pelt, announce full 2025 coaching staff

It remains to be seen if quarterback Matthew Stafford will remain with the Rams for the 2025 season, but we know he'll be working with Alex Van Pelt if he is back for another year with the NFC West club.

Los Angeles Rams News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 24

Rams Announce 2025 Coaching Staff

The Los Angeles Rams have officially announced their 2025 coaching staff under HC Sean McVay. Here’s a list of new coaches on the staff for the upcoming

New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 22

Patriots OC Alex Van Pelt Won’t Return To New England

According to Mark Daniels, Patriots OC Alex Van Pelt will not be back in New England in 2025. This doesn’t come as a big surprise, as the Patriots hired

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / January 9

Report: New Bears HC will still report to GM Ryan Poles

GM-centric workflow models are more common in the modern NFL than those that start with head coaches, though some teams still have their sideline leaders atop the personnel pyramid.

Cleveland Browns News / Dawg Pound Daily / January 6

Alex Van Pelt could be a perfect candidate for the Browns at OC (again)

If there was one area a part of the Cleveland Browns' game this season that clearly needed a full rehaul, it was their offense. That's not something to

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 5

NFL Rumors: Jerod Mayo Fired, Alex Van Pelt’s Future, Aaron Rodgers, Bills

The Bills became the first team in NFL history to finish a season with 30 passing touchdowns and 30 rushing touchdowns in their loss to the Patriots in Week 18.

New England Patriots News / A to Z Sports / January 5

Despite a struggling season, firing offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt would be a big mistake for the Patriots

The New England Patriots offense has struggled immensely this season. That's a fact. And it's okay to be upset over a team that only has three wins, wanting to hold someone responsible for what has happened.

New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / January 2

Is Patriots OC Alex Van Pelt on the hot seat?

Jerod Mayo is expected to make it to his second season as Patriots head coach, but it’s sounding like the same can’t be said for New England’s offensive coordinator.

New England Patriots News / Larry Brown Sports / December 19

Patriots OC responds after being thrown under the bus

New England Patriots offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt offered something of a response Thursday after head coach Jerod Mayo seemingly threw him under the bus earlier in the week.

NFL News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / November 30

Pitt Announces Honorary Captain vs. Boston College

PITTSBURGH -- The Pitt Panthers announced their honorary captain ahead of their road matchup vs. the Boston College in Week 14. Former quarterback Alex Van Pelt will serve as the honorary captain, as the Panthers look to end their losing streak and finish out the regular season with a win over the Eagles.

NFL News / Patriots Football Now / September 27

Does Patriots OC Alex Van Pelt Need to Change His Philosophy?

Alex Van Pelt says the right things. The New England Patriots hired Van Pelt, their fourth offensive coordinator in as many seasons, early in the offseason.

New England Patriots News / A to Z Sports / September 20

Alex Van Pelt issues warning to Patriots star offensive player after worrisome habit becomes clear in first three games

New England Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo made it clear that offense planned to run the ball this season, and they have certainly done that. So it's

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / August 22

Patriots OC suggests he prefers Brissett over Maye

Patriots OC suggests he prefers veteran QB Jacoby Brissett over rookie Drake Maye

HC Jerod Mayo indicated he plans to announce a starting QB after the Patriots' preseason finale against the Washington Commanders on Sunday.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / June 26

Former Patriots safety shares how new OC can help Maye succeed

Former Patriots safety shares how OC Alex Van Pelt can help Drake Maye succeed

Veteran Jacoby Brissett seemingly holds a lead over Maye regarding a competition for the New England starting job that's expected to run through at least a portion of the preseason.

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New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / June 5

No timetable for Patriots' Maye to enter the starting lineup

No timetable for Patriots QB Drake Maye to enter the starting lineup

The Patriots are hoping they found their QB of the future in No. 3 pick Drake Maye. However, after signing veteran Jacoby Brissett as a seat-warmer, the organization isn’t in any rush to throw their rookie quarterback into the fire.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / March 20

WR K.J. Osborn addresses Patriots' QB plan, rebuild

K.J. Osborn revealed on Wednesday that he discussed the Patriots quarterback plans with head coach Jerod Mayo and offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt before agreeing to a one-year, $4M deal with New England. "[The quarterback situation] definitely went into the decision," Osborn acknowledged, according to Chris Mason of MassLive.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / February 28, 2024

Browns HC Kevin Stefanski opens up about new Patriots OC

Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski spoke with reporters at the NFL scouting combine on Wednesday and insisted the Patriots have a "great" new offensive coordinator in Alex Van Pelt after Cleveland replaced Van Pelt with Ken Dorsey this offseason.

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New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / February 4, 2024

Patriots' Offensive Coordinator Alex Van Pelt: 3 Fun Facts

The New England Patriots' new offensive coordinator is a 53-year-old former NFL quarterback, who broke a Pro Football Hall of Famer's college passing record.