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Analysts see the Ravens rebounding this season thanks to a revamped defense under Jesse Minter and an overhaul of the offense under Declan Doyle, with Lamar Jackson at the center, a new offensive language taking hold in practice, and rookies Zion Young and Elijah Sarratt making waves at minicamp; staying healthy and executing the system could restore the Ravens' playoff-caliber identity.
Lamar Jackson is adjusting to a new offense installed by Declan Doyle, with the quarterback saying he’s being challenged by unfamiliar terminology and a tougher, more intense coaching approach; Doyle is pushing him hard, sometimes with expletives, and Jackson says they push each other and learn from one another; Jackson’s 6-7 record last year came with 21 TDs, 7 INT, and a career-low 349 rushing yards (two rushing TDs).
Declan Doyle is installing a bold, fast-paced offense during OTAs, pushing Baltimore’s players to learn quickly and execute under pressure to rebuild a top-tier attack after a down year; Zay Flowers and others praise his genius while coaches call him a “human computer” as the team prepares for minicamp and training camp.
Lamar Jackson says the Ravens’ coaching change to Jesse Minter feels like a breath of fresh air, after being shocked by John Harbaugh’s departure; he thanked Harbaugh and is building a relationship with Minter and the new Offensive Coordinator Declan Doyle, while embracing the energy and new scheme during OTAs and looking ahead to the season.
Lamar Jackson praised new Ravens offensive coordinator Declan Doyle as a breath of fresh air, saying the new system is smooth and makes his job easier, while also reiterating his love for Baltimore and noting a three-man center competition during OTAs.
Lamar Jackson said he won’t revisit the fully guaranteed contract talk and will keep negotiations private after Ravens restructured his deal in March to cut the 2026 cap by nearly $40 million, leaving a projected $85 million cap hit in 2027; there’s no extension yet, and while he says he could stay in Baltimore, future questions remain while the current contract stands.
Lamar Jackson said he was shocked by John Harbaugh’s firing but is energized by the Ravens’ new coaching staff, calling the atmosphere a breath of fresh air with new voices. He’s attending more offseason workouts, and the team hopes the fresh start will help Baltimore advance to the Super Bowl.
Lamar Jackson returned to Baltimore's OTAs after missing time, as the NFL offseason roundup highlights a slew of roster moves, injuries, and coaching updates across multiple teams.
At the Ravens’ first open practice of OTAs under new coach Jesse Minter, receiver Zay Flowers and rising sophomore Tyler Loop drew praise while a second-year cornerback impressed; a brief Derrick Henry injury scare added a note of caution as the team begins to take shape for the season.
Ravens coach Jesse Minter said Lamar Jackson, who has been a limited participant in the voluntary offseason program, was present early but did not attend Tuesday’s OTA; he’s expected back soon as talks continue, and Jackson could still earn a $750,000 workout bonus for attending 80% of the offseason program.
Lamar Jackson was not on the field for Baltimore’s second OTA practice, the first open to media, raising questions about his offseason attendance; he has a $750,000 workout bonus tied to at least 80% participation, which he waived in 2024 and 2025, as Declan Doyle begins as the new offensive coordinator.
NFL.com identifies the five teams with the easiest on-paper schedules for 2026, led by the Cleveland Browns and Denver Broncos, with the Baltimore Ravens, Detroit Lions and Atlanta Falcons also positioned for softer slates based on opponents' 2025 records and favorable home/away splits.
Baltimore opens 2026 with a favorable early slate to help new coach Jesse Minter gel, including a Week 3 Brazil game against the Cowboys, and avoids last year’s playoff teams until November. The middle of the season features a tougher stretch with five playoff teams (Bills, Jaguars, Chargers, Panthers, Texans) in Weeks 8-12, followed by a Week 13 bye. The Ravens then close with four straight AFC North games (Weeks 15-18) — including a New Year’s Eve showdown with the Bengals and a Week 18 visit to the Steelers — creating a high-stakes finish after a demanding but manageable run to start.
Former Raven Femi Ayanbadejo predicts Lamar Jackson will re-sign with the Ravens in the 2027 offseason, noting Jackson has two years left on his deal and a $84.34 million cap hit next year, plus his voluntary workout attendance and GM Eric DeCosta’s optimism about Jackson’s fit with Baltimore’s new coaching staff.
Baltimore signed quarterback Diego Pavia to a three-year, non-guaranteed contract and will have him compete for a roster spot during rookie minicamp, treating him like any other undrafted free agent.