Steelers Lose Respected Running Backs Coach to Ravens

Eddie Faulkner departs Pittsburgh after helping develop star players like Najee Harris and Jaylen Warren.

Feb. 3, 2026 at 5:55pm

The Pittsburgh Steelers have lost their highly-respected running backs coach Eddie Faulkner, who is leaving to join the coaching staff of the Baltimore Ravens. Faulkner had been with the Steelers since 2019 and was credited with developing top running backs like James Conner, Najee Harris, and Jaylen Warren.

Why it matters

Faulkner was seen as a rising star in the NFL coaching ranks, and his departure is a significant loss for the Steelers' offense. He played a key role in helping the team become a dominant rushing attack, even when they were forced to turn to backup quarterback Mason Rudolph at times.

The details

Faulkner will reunite with offensive line coach Dwayne Ledford, with whom he previously worked at NC State. He is joining the staff of new Ravens offensive coordinator Jesse Minter, who has been building an impressive group of coaches.

  • Faulkner had been with the Steelers since 2019.
  • When the Steelers fired Matt Canada during the 2023 season, Faulkner became the co-offensive coordinator along with Mike Sullivan.

The players

Eddie Faulkner

The former Pittsburgh Steelers running backs coach who is leaving to join the Baltimore Ravens coaching staff.

James Conner

A running back who was developed by Faulkner during his time with the Steelers.

Najee Harris

A running back who was developed by Faulkner during his time with the Steelers.

Jaylen Warren

A running back who was developed by Faulkner during his time with the Steelers.

Mike Tomlin

The head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers who hired Faulkner from NC State in 2019.

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What’s next

Faulkner will look to have a similar impact on the Ravens' running game as he did with the Steelers. The Steelers will need to find a replacement who can continue developing their talented stable of running backs.

The takeaway

Faulkner's departure is a significant loss for the Steelers, as he was instrumental in helping transform their offense into one of the league's most formidable rushing attacks. His ability to develop young running back talent will be missed, and the Steelers will need to find a worthy replacement to fill his shoes.