Ravens Hire Keary Colbert as Wide Receivers Coach

Former NFL player and Broncos coach joins Baltimore's staff

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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The Baltimore Ravens have hired Keary Colbert as their new wide receivers coach. Colbert, a former NFL player, was previously the wide receivers coach for the Denver Broncos for the past three seasons before being let go. He has also coached at the college level, including stints at USC and Florida.

Why it matters

The Ravens are looking to bolster their receiving corps and passing game under new head coach Jesse Minter. Colbert's experience as both a player and coach could help develop the team's young wide receiver talent.

The details

Colbert, 43, was a second-round draft pick of the Carolina Panthers in 2004 and played briefly for the Broncos in 2008 before transitioning to coaching. He has spent the last several years working his way up the college coaching ranks, including five seasons as a receivers coach at USC and Florida. In his last role with the Broncos, the team's wide receivers were among the worst in the NFL at dropping passes.

  • Colbert was the Broncos' wide receivers coach for the past three seasons.
  • He was fired from the Broncos along with the offensive coordinator and cornerbacks coach in 2025.

The players

Keary Colbert

A former NFL wide receiver who was recently hired as the Ravens' new wide receivers coach. He has coaching experience at both the college and professional levels.

Jesse Minter

The new head coach of the Baltimore Ravens, who is looking to build an elite coaching staff.

Declan Doyle

The offensive coordinator for the Baltimore Ravens under new head coach Jesse Minter.

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The takeaway

Colbert's hiring represents the Ravens' commitment to improving their passing attack and developing their young receiving corps under new leadership. His background as both a player and coach could provide valuable insights and guidance as the team looks to take the next step offensively.