Jaguars' defensive coordinator now becomes senior defensive assistant

The Jacksonville Jaguars have hired 31-year NFL coaching veteran Dom Capers as a senior defensive assistant, the team announced Tuesday. Capers, who was the Jaguars' defensive coordinator from 1999-2000, most recently served as the Green Bay Packers' defensive coordinator from 2009-17.

"Dom Capers is one of the most respected defensive coaches in the game today, and he has been for many years," head coach Doug Marrone said in a statement. "His defences have long been among the most effective and productive in the NFL. He has career experiences and accomplishments that will benefit our coaches and our players. He adds a unique perspective and veteran presence that will be valuable assets to immediately help us." Capers, 68, has been the head coach of two NFL expansion teams -- the Carolina Panthers (1995-98) and Houston Texans (2002-05). He was named the Associated Press NFL Coach of the Year in 1996.

He also has been the defensive coordinator for the Pittsburgh Steelers (1992-94) and Miami Dolphins (2006-07). The Packers made the playoffs in each of his first eight seasons on coach Mike McCarthy's staff, highlighted by a win in Super Bowl XLV.