Ravens hire HC Jesse Minter and OC Declan Doyle will call plays

The Ravens move on from John Harbaugh and land one of the hottest coaching candidates in Jesse Minter, who will be paired with the up-and-coming Declan Doyle as offensive coordinator.

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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The Ravens have hired Jesse Minter as their new head coach after the team parted ways with John Harbaugh. Minter has filled out his staff by bringing in Declan Doyle as the offensive coordinator, who will be calling plays. Doyle, at just 29 years old, has an impressive resume as an offensive assistant under Sean Payton and as the offensive coordinator for the Bears in 2025.

Why it matters

The Ravens' offense has been built around Lamar Jackson and a physical, zone-heavy rushing attack. Doyle's experience in similar offensive schemes in Chicago should allow for a seamless transition, while potentially adding some new wrinkles like increased use of play-action and under-center concepts that could further maximize the talents of Jackson and the Ravens' skill position players.

The details

Doyle was an offensive assistant under Sean Payton in New Orleans and followed him to Denver, where he became the tight ends coach in 2023 before being hired as the offensive coordinator in Chicago in 2025. The Bears' offense that year had schematic similarities to what the Ravens have run, including a zone-heavy ground game and frequent use of motion. Doyle's familiarity with those principles should allow the Ravens' offense to continue humming, while potentially adding some new elements to keep defenses off balance.

  • The Ravens parted ways with John Harbaugh after the 2025 season.
  • Jesse Minter was hired as the Ravens' new head coach in February 2026.

The players

Jesse Minter

The new head coach of the Baltimore Ravens, Minter was one of the hottest coaching candidates this offseason after previously serving as the defensive coordinator for the Vanderbilt Commodores.

Declan Doyle

The 29-year-old Doyle will be the offensive coordinator for the Ravens and will call plays. He has previous experience as an offensive assistant under Sean Payton and as the offensive coordinator for the Chicago Bears in 2025.

Lamar Jackson

The star quarterback of the Baltimore Ravens, Jackson will look to continue his success in the team's zone-heavy rushing attack and passing game under the new coaching staff.

Zay Flowers

The Ravens' top wide receiver, Flowers will be a key part of the passing game as the team looks to maintain its offensive success under the new coaching staff.

Mark Andrews

The veteran tight end is a crucial part of the Ravens' passing attack and will continue to be a focal point under the new offensive coordinator Declan Doyle.

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What they’re saying

“Declan Doyle has a really impressive resume for a 29-year-old, and his experience in similar offensive schemes should allow for a smooth transition in Baltimore.”

— NFL Analyst (Sports Illustrated)

“Jesse Minter is one of the rising stars in the coaching ranks, and pairing him with an up-and-coming offensive coordinator like Declan Doyle could take the Ravens' offense to new heights.”

— Former NFL Head Coach (ESPN)

What’s next

The Ravens will look to build on their strong offensive foundation as they transition to the new coaching staff led by Jesse Minter and Declan Doyle. All eyes will be on how Doyle's play-calling and potential schematic tweaks impact the production of stars like Lamar Jackson and Mark Andrews.

The takeaway

The Ravens have taken a proactive approach to their coaching staff, bringing in two young, innovative minds in Jesse Minter and Declan Doyle. While there may be some growing pains as the team adjusts to the new system, the potential upside of this pairing is high and could help the Ravens maintain their status as one of the NFL's most dynamic offenses.