Ravens Coach Faces Pressure Over Key Lamar Jackson Decisions
WHO:
baltimoreravens.com - Lamar Jackson, two-time MVP quarterback of the Ravens
baltimoreravens.com - Declan Doyle, new Offensive Coordinator for the Ravens
baltimoreravens.com - Tyler Huntley, backup quarterback for the Ravens
baltimoreravens.com - Kyle Hamilton, All-Pro safety for the Ravens
baltimoreravens.com - Malaki Starks, 2025 first-round pick safety for the Ravens
baltimoreravens.com - Jaylinn Hawkins, free-agent addition safety for the Ravens
baltimoreravens.com - Derrick Henry, running back for the Ravens
baltimoreravens.com - Mark Andrews, tight end for the Ravens
baltimoreravens.com - Trey Hendrickson, outside linebacker for the Ravens
baltimoreravens.com - Ronnie Stanley, left tackle for the Ravens
baltimoreravens.com - Marlon Humphrey, cornerback for the Ravens
Heavy NFL - Jesse Minter, new head coach of the Ravens
WHAT:
baltimoreravens.com - The Baltimore Sun’s Brian Wacker ranked the Ravens' position groups, identifying quarterback as the strongest unit and special teams as the weakest.
baltimoreravens.com - Wacker noted that Jackson is healthy and reinvigorated by Declan Doyle's explosive offensive scheme, which emphasizes chunk plays.
baltimoreravens.com - The Ravens' special teams are betting on second-year kicker Tyler Loop and rookie punter Ryan Eckley to improve after last season's struggles.
baltimoreravens.com - The Ravens have a star-laden roster, including guard John Simpson and inside linebacker Teddye Buchanan, who are considered under-the-radar players that could impact the season.
baltimoreravens.com - The Ravens' scouting department was ranked the NFL's best from 2000 to 2025, with a score of 96, the highest number of drafted players earning All-Pro selections (16) and Pro Bowl selections (36).
baltimoreravens.com - Joe Flacco praised Ethan Pocic, who agreed to terms with the Ravens and is the likely front-runner for the starting center job, stating, "I don't think I've ever been around anybody that wants to get it right more than he does."
baltimoreravens.com - The Ravens' special teams ranked at the bottom due to the lack of experience among kicking specialists, with second-year kicker Tyler Loop expected to bounce back from struggles last season and rookie punter Ryan Eckley replacing Jordan Stout.
baltimoreravens.com - The Ravens have the NFL's best trio of safeties, consisting of All-Pro Kyle Hamilton, 2025 first-round pick Malaki Starks, and free-agent addition Jaylinn Hawkins.
Heavy NFL - The Ravens are considered perennial Super Bowl contenders with Jackson at quarterback and are again favorites to win the Lombardi Trophy this season.
Heavy NFL - The Ravens' Super Bowl window could be closing, with predictions stating that if Jackson and other veteran players maintain their health and performance, they can contend in the AFC.
baltimoreravens.com - The Ravens' strongest position group is quarterback, led by Lamar Jackson.
baltimoreravens.com - Jackson is in line for a contract extension.
baltimoreravens.com - The Ravens have ranked their special teams as the weakest position group.
baltimoreravens.com - The Ravens selected tight ends Matt Hibner in the fourth round and Josh Cuevas in the fifth round of the draft.
baltimoreravens.com - The Ravens' scouting department was ranked the NFL's best from 2000 to 2025.
Heavy NFL - The Ravens are entering a new era with significant changes in coaching staff.
WHERE:
baltimoreravens.com - Baltimore, Maryland (implied as the home of the Ravens)
WHEN:
baltimoreravens.com - The Ravens are expected to contend for the Super Bowl in the upcoming season.
baltimoreravens.com - Declan Doyle is entering his first season as Offensive Coordinator in 2026.
baltimoreravens.com - Doyle has been mentioned as a potential head coach candidate in 2027.
WHY:
baltimoreravens.com - The Ravens are betting on Jackson's health and the durability of veteran players to contend in the AFC.
baltimoreravens.com - The Ravens have a reputation for an elite scouting department, which is supported by data-driven analysis.
HOW:
baltimoreravens.com - Declan Doyle is entering his first season as Offensive Coordinator and is noted for coming from the Sean Payton coaching tree, having previously worked under Ben Johnson in Chicago.
baltimoreravens.com - The Ravens are implementing a new offensive scheme under Declan Doyle, which emphasizes explosive plays.
baltimoreravens.com - The Ravens are relying on a mix of experienced players and rookies to strengthen their roster.
The Baltimore Ravens are gearing up for the season with quarterback Lamar Jackson leading the charge, as he benefits from a new offensive scheme designed by Declan Doyle that focuses on big plays. Special teams, however, are looking to improve after last season's challenges, relying on second-year kicker Tyler Loop and rookie punter Ryan Eckley to make a difference. With a star-studded roster that includes under-the-radar talents like guard John Simpson and inside linebacker Teddye Buchanan, the Ravens are also bolstered by the praise of Joe Flacco for Ethan Pocic, who is expected to take on the starting center role.