Gerald Alexander will not become the next defensive coordinator of the New England Patriots.
The 39-year-old, who spent the last three seasons working as assistant defensive backs coach with the Pittsburgh Steelers, has decided to join the Las Vegas Raiders. He recently interviewed with new Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo about the opening on his staff, but will instead serve as safeties coach in Las Vegas moving forward.
Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network was first to report the hire.
Alexander was one of five coaches reportedly in consideration for the defensive coordinator gig in New England.