New Ravens OC Praises Lamar Jackson's 'Hunger to Learn'

Declan Doyle seeks consistency from QB as he takes over as Baltimore's offensive coordinator.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Newly hired Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Declan Doyle praised quarterback Lamar Jackson's "hunger to learn" and said his focus will be on improving Jackson's consistency within the team's offensive system. Doyle, who previously served as the Chicago Bears' OC, said his goal is to help Jackson return to the level that earned him two NFL MVP awards.

Why it matters

The Ravens missed the playoffs last season, leading to the firing of head coach John Harbaugh. Doyle's ability to get the most out of Jackson and the Ravens' offense will be crucial as the team looks to bounce back and contend for a Super Bowl.

The details

Doyle said his lengthy conversation with Jackson during the interview process went very well, and he believes they are a good fit. He noted that Jackson's ability to create plays on his own is a challenge for defenses, but the quarterback needs to be more consistent within the team's scripted offense. Doyle previously helped develop second-year QB Caleb Williams in Chicago.

  • Doyle was hired as the Ravens' new offensive coordinator in February 2026.

The players

Declan Doyle

The 29-year-old was hired as the Baltimore Ravens' new offensive coordinator after serving in the same role with the Chicago Bears.

Lamar Jackson

The two-time NFL MVP quarterback for the Baltimore Ravens, who is looking to bounce back after a down season in 2025.

Jesse Minter

The first-year head coach of the Baltimore Ravens, who hired Doyle and two other new coordinators.

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What they’re saying

“I really wanted to see if we were compatible and if that was a fit.”

— Declan Doyle, Ravens Offensive Coordinator (wtop.com)

“The challenge with him for a defense is that they have to defend two plays on every play. They have to defend the first play that we call … and then they have to defend the second element, which is him creating on his own.”

— Declan Doyle, Ravens Offensive Coordinator (wtop.com)

“That first play can be more consistent at times — with his eyes, with his footwork, within the system.”

— Declan Doyle, Ravens Offensive Coordinator (wtop.com)

What’s next

Doyle and the Ravens will look to implement his offensive system and get Lamar Jackson back on track during the team's offseason program and training camp.

The takeaway

The Ravens are banking on Doyle's ability to maximize Lamar Jackson's unique skillset and help the former MVP quarterback regain his elite form after a down year. Doyle's success in developing young QBs like Caleb Williams suggests he could be the right fit to get the Ravens' offense back on track.