Jesse Minter's father joins his coaching staff in Baltimore

Rick Minter, the father of new Ravens defensive coordinator Jesse Minter, has been hired as part of his son's staff.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Jesse Minter, the new defensive coordinator for the Baltimore Ravens, has hired his father Rick Minter as part of his coaching staff. Rick Minter is an experienced football coach who has worked at both the college and professional levels.

Why it matters

The hiring of a family member on a coaching staff is not uncommon in the NFL, as it can provide valuable experience and familiarity. However, it also raises questions about nepotism and whether the most qualified candidates are being selected.

The details

Rick Minter has over 40 years of coaching experience, including stints as a defensive coordinator in the NFL and head coach at the college level. He will serve in an unspecified role on his son Jesse's staff with the Ravens.

  • Jesse Minter was hired as the Ravens' defensive coordinator in January 2026.

The players

Jesse Minter

The new defensive coordinator for the Baltimore Ravens.

Rick Minter

Jesse Minter's father, who has over 40 years of coaching experience at both the college and professional levels.

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What’s next

It remains to be seen how Rick Minter's hiring will impact the Ravens' defense and whether any questions arise about the fairness of the hiring process.

The takeaway

The hiring of a family member on an NFL coaching staff is not uncommon, but it can raise concerns about nepotism and whether the most qualified candidates are being selected for the positions.