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Ravens Plot a New Course After Combine Takeaways
sports10 hours ago

Ravens Plot a New Course After Combine Takeaways

Baltimore is leveraging its new coaching staff and the NFL Combine to retool quickly. The Ravens are eyeing Vega Ioane at No. 14 to bolster the interior offensive line, view Akheem Mesidor as a fit to boost the edge, and consider defensive/trench upgrades with prospects like Peter Woods. With Likely and Kolar set to hit free agency, two tight ends could be added, and interior line depth will be crucial if Linderbaum departs; the front office and scouting staff aim to convert change into early returns.

Minter: Ravens’ Coaching Voice Wins at the NFL Combine
sports1 day ago

Minter: Ravens’ Coaching Voice Wins at the NFL Combine

Sports Illustrated’s Conor Orr named Ravens head coach Jesse Minter a winner at the NFL Scouting Combine, praising his public-facing remarks about voluntary workouts and his push to replace banalities with high-level coaching. Orr noted Minter’s approach—focusing on a cerebral, self-sustaining defensive front rooted in strong coaching—that could help Baltimore attract players and set a strong tone for the team’s off-season and future draft strategy.

Minter Seeks Balance for Lamar Jackson’s Next Season
sports3 days ago

Minter Seeks Balance for Lamar Jackson’s Next Season

Ravens coach Jesse Minter said Lamar Jackson shouldn’t necessarily run more, arguing that an offense built around under-center, downhill run game and boot action can help him thrive while staying healthy. He stressed balance between leveraging Jackson’s athleticism and protecting him in key moments. Separately, GM Eric DeCosta revealed Baltimore has offered a market-setting deal to center Tyler Linderbaum and indicated an extension is necessary as the offseason window opens, with chatter connecting the Ravens to potential additions like Trey Hendrickson and DeAndre Hopkins.

Ravens Round Out Minter's Staff with Four Assistants
sports25 days ago

Ravens Round Out Minter's Staff with Four Assistants

New Ravens head coach Jesse Minter announced four assistant coaches—Dwayne Ledford (Offensive Line Coach/Run Game Coordinator), Mike Mickens (Pass Game Coordinator/Secondary), Tyler Santucci (Inside Linebackers Coach), and Charlie Gelman (Game Management Coordinator/Defensive Assistant)—as part of a staff also including Declan Doyle as offensive coordinator and Anthony Weaver as defensive coordinator.

Minter to Call Ravens' Defense as Staff Takes Shape
sports29 days ago

Minter to Call Ravens' Defense as Staff Takes Shape

Ravens head coach Jesse Minter, who previously called defensive plays for the Chargers, said at his first Baltimore press conference that he plans to call the defense himself as the team builds its coaching staff. He stressed leadership and a clear process for managing the whole team, while noting the defensive coordinator won’t be charged with play-calling and the offensive coordinator will influence the overall approach.

Jesse Minter Aims to Build a Ravens Championship Core Around Lamar Jackson
sports1 month ago

Jesse Minter Aims to Build a Ravens Championship Core Around Lamar Jackson

New Ravens coach Jesse Minter says he’s already focusing on building around Lamar Jackson, praising him as the NFL’s best player and outlining a plan for an offense that lets him be himself while utilizing Ravens weapons; he’s in the process of hiring an offensive coordinator after Todd Monken left, and emphasizes building a championship-level defense to support Jackson and return Baltimore to the Super Bowl.

Brady’s Push Fuels Raiders’ Interest in Minter as Ravens Close the Deal
sports1 month ago

Brady’s Push Fuels Raiders’ Interest in Minter as Ravens Close the Deal

Brady, a Raiders minority owner, reportedly pitched Jesse Minter to the Raiders for their head coach job, but after a second interview Minter stayed in play and Baltimore ultimately hired him, a move Breer called a “home run.” The piece also touches on DeAndre Hopkins’ openness to returning to Baltimore, a potential Odafe Oweh reunion with Minter, and other Ravens offseason chatter including a top draft pick and staff moves.

Ravens Bank on Minter-Macdonald Blueprint for Defensive Success
sports1 month ago

Ravens Bank on Minter-Macdonald Blueprint for Defensive Success

The Ravens’ hiring of Jesse Minter is framed as continuing the proven blueprint shared with Mike Macdonald—smart, process-driven defense and a strong culture—with early praise from insiders; the piece also flags Joe Brady and Kliff Kingsbury as OC candidates and notes Notre Dame coach Mike Mickens joining the staff as a key booster for the secondary.

Ravens name Jesse Minter as head coach, backed by players and alumni
sports1 month ago

Ravens name Jesse Minter as head coach, backed by players and alumni

The Baltimore Ravens hired Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter as their new head coach, replacing John Harbaugh. The announcement drew overwhelmingly positive reactions on social media from media members, current players, and many former NFL players who praised Minter’s leadership and potential, including Derwin James, Tony Jefferson, Eric Weddle, Kurt Warner, Kyle Van Noy, Tyus Bowser, and others. While it remains to be seen how successful he will be, the early sentiment is that players enjoy playing for him and that the hire is generating excitement in Baltimore.

Ravens name Jesse Minter as their next head coach
sports1 month ago

Ravens name Jesse Minter as their next head coach

The Baltimore Ravens announced the hiring of Jesse Minter, the Los Angeles Chargers’ defensive coordinator and a former Ravens assistant, as their next head coach, replacing the fired John Harbaugh. After a lengthy, thorough search that included 16 interviews in the first round, Minter—a respected defensive mind who helped the Chargers post a top-tier defense—was viewed as a fit due to his Ravens ties and leadership. The move makes him the fourth head coach in franchise history, while questions remain about how the Ravens will structure the offense under his leadership.

Ravens Tap Jesse Minter as Head Coach, Signal Shift Toward a Defensive Identity
sports1 month ago

Ravens Tap Jesse Minter as Head Coach, Signal Shift Toward a Defensive Identity

The Baltimore Ravens have hired Jesse Minter, a defensive-minded coach with prior Ravens ties and recent Chargers DC experience, as their fourth head coach. Analysts praise Minter’s leadership, creativity, and fit with Baltimore’s defensive tradition while noting the job will also hinge on selecting an offensive coordinator. Speculation already centers on potential assistants and targets (including veteran edge players) that could pair with a revamped Ravens defense, and media reaction highlights the hire as a smart, stabilizing move for a perennial playoff team.

Ravens tap Jesse Minter to lead after Harbaugh era ends
sports1 month ago

Ravens tap Jesse Minter to lead after Harbaugh era ends

The Baltimore Ravens hired 42-year-old Jesse Minter, a former Ravens assistant and the Los Angeles Chargers’ defensive coordinator, as head coach after firing John Harbaugh. After interviewing more than a dozen candidates, Baltimore touts Minter’s leadership and fit with the team’s culture as it aims to restore its defensive edge and help Lamar Jackson rebound following an injury-plagued season.