Declan Doyle Hired As Next Baltimore Ravens’ Offensive Coordinator
In a move that feels less like a hiring and more like a heist, the Baltimore Ravens have officially snagged Declan Doyle from the Chicago Bears to be their new offensive coordinator. Will he help take a potent offense to the next level?
Why Doyle Was the Only Choice For Baltimore
The Ravens are coming off a roller-coaster 2025 season that saw them miss the playoffs with an 8-9 record. For a franchise that measures success in Super Bowl rings, that’s not just a disappointment; it’s a crisis. The departure of John Harbaugh marked the end of an era, and the arrival of new Head Coach Jesse Minter signaled a fresh start. But a head coach is only as good as his lieutenants. Enter Doyle.
At just 29 years old, Doyle is practically a baby in coaching years. But don’t let the age fool you. This is the guy who took a Bears offense that was stuck in the mud in 2024 and turned it into the sixth-ranked unit in the league a year later. He helped guide Chicago to an NFC North title and a playoff run that had the city buzzing.
The fact that he’s leaving Chicago to take the same position in Baltimore speaks volumes. Why? Because in Baltimore, Doyle gets the keys to the car. He gets play-calling duties, a power he didn’t have under Ben Johnson in Chicago.
The Lamar Jackson Factor
We can talk about schemes and play-calling all day, but at the end of the day, this is about one man: Lamar Jackson. The two-time MVP is a generational talent, but even Superman needs some help to truly shine. The frustration in Baltimore last season wasn’t just about losing; it was about feeling like the offense had hit a ceiling. The creativity was stale. The spark was missing.
Doyle brings a fresh perspective that this offense desperately needs. He’s shown an ability to adapt his system to his players, rather than forcing square pegs into round holes. In Chicago, he worked with Caleb Williams and a diverse group of playmakers, tailoring the attack to their strengths.
The emotional lift for the locker room can’t be overstated either. Players know when a coach is the real deal. They saw what Doyle did in Chicago. They know he’s young, hungry, and has something to prove. That kind of energy is contagious. For a veteran like Jackson, having someone who speaks his language and sees the game through a modern lens could be the catalyst for an MVP-caliber resurgence.
The Jesse Minter Connection
It’s also worth noting the connection between Doyle and his new boss, Minter. Minter, a defensive-minded coach, knows exactly what gives defensive coordinators nightmares. There is a level of trust there. Minter is handing over the reins of the offense to a 29-year-old because he believes Doyle is the future.
Looking Ahead To 2026
The AFC North is a gauntlet. The Bengals are always dangerous. The Browns and Steelers aren’t going anywhere. To survive and thrive in this division, you need an edge. Doyle is that edge.
