Ravens' New Coach Embraces Coaching Lamar Jackson

Jesse Minter discusses Steve Bisciotti, Lamar Jackson, and championship expectations at the NFL Combine.

Mar. 3, 2026 at 5:55am

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In his first media appearance as the new head coach of the Baltimore Ravens, Jesse Minter expressed excitement about coaching star quarterback Lamar Jackson and building on the team's championship pedigree under owner Steve Bisciotti. Minter praised Bisciotti's commitment to winning and emphasized the importance of surrounding Jackson with the right supporting cast to compete for a title.

Why it matters

The Ravens are one of the NFL's most successful franchises, having won two Super Bowls since their inception in 1996. Maintaining that level of excellence is crucial, and Minter's ability to work with Jackson and manage the high expectations in Baltimore will be key to the team's continued success.

The details

During his interview with The Pat McAfee Show at the NFL Combine, Minter discussed the Ravens' ownership, coaching staff, and plans for the future. He praised owner Steve Bisciotti's commitment to providing the resources necessary for the team to succeed, and emphasized the importance of building a strong supporting cast around star quarterback Lamar Jackson. Minter made it clear that his goal is to respect the team's history while also bringing fresh ideas to push the Ravens to the next level.

  • Minter's interview took place at the 2026 NFL Combine on February 28, 2026.

The players

Jesse Minter

The new head coach of the Baltimore Ravens, tasked with leading the team to a championship with star quarterback Lamar Jackson.

Steve Bisciotti

The owner of the Baltimore Ravens, known for his commitment to building a winning franchise and providing the necessary resources for the team to succeed.

Lamar Jackson

The star quarterback of the Baltimore Ravens, a former MVP who is seeking to bring a championship to the city of Baltimore.

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What they’re saying

“Yeah, I mean, number one, I think he's the best owner in sports. Um, he creates an environment where you're always going to be, you know, doing what's needed to be successful. So there's there's not any amount of money he's not willing to spend. Any type of thing you need that you think might help you be better, uh he's providing.”

— Jesse Minter, Head Coach, Baltimore Ravens

“It's pretty amazing to be the head coach of a team with Lamar Jackson.”

— Jesse Minter, Head Coach, Baltimore Ravens

“I would say it's certainly motivating um to number one build a team that allows him to to have success at the level that he's chasing. He there's nothing more that he would rather do than to bring a championship to Baltimore. Um, and so when you know that he's your quarterback, you always have a chance. Motivating to build a great defense, motivating to hire a great offensive staff, motivating to build a great special teams, uh, so that the team around him is is, you know, up to his level.”

— Jesse Minter, Head Coach, Baltimore Ravens

What’s next

The Ravens will continue their offseason preparations, with Minter and his staff working to assemble a championship-caliber roster around Lamar Jackson ahead of the 2026 NFL season.

The takeaway

Minter's comments at the NFL Combine suggest he understands the high expectations in Baltimore and is committed to building on the team's championship pedigree. With the backing of owner Steve Bisciotti and the talent of quarterback Lamar Jackson, the Ravens appear poised to remain one of the NFL's elite franchises under their new head coach.