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Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton said the defense has not met the new regime’s standard under head coach Jesse Minter and defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver, with the offseason program aimed at re-establishing defensive dominance after last season’s struggles; Hamilton is encouraged by the messaging and expects a quicker turnaround for Baltimore’s D.
Ravens coach Jesse Minter says Trey Hendrickson will boost Baltimore’s pass rush and make coverage easier by drawing attention, after the team signed him to a four-year, $112 million deal following a failed trade for Maxx Crosby. The move fills a key need as other offseason pieces depart (e.g., Tyler Linderbaum, Isaiah Likely), and Baltimore still has 11 picks in the 2026 draft with multiple avenues to add more through free agency, trades, or the draft.
Ravens coach Jesse Minter says the defense will deploy Trey Hendrickson to disrupt opposing quarterbacks by drawing attention and creating favorable one-on-one matchups, leveraging his proven sack production to wreck the game.
On day one of the 2026 NFL free-agency window, the winners include Ravens head coach Jesse Minter after Baltimore traded for Maxx Crosby, Trent McDuffie moving to the Rams with a four-year, $124 million extension, Brett Veach adding Kenneth Walker III and securing Travis Kelce’s return, Alec Pierce re-signing with the Colts (four years, up to $116 million), and Tyler Linderbaum becoming the highest-paid center with an $81 million deal for the Raiders; losers include Cowboys owner Jerry Jones for missing Crosby, Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio after Jaelan Phillips left, and Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. whose situation is clouded by injury and a regime change in Atlanta.
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.
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.
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.
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.
New Ravens head coach Jesse Minter plans to deploy Kyle Hamilton as a 'weapon' near the point of attack, moving the versatile safety from roaming roles to a closer-to-the-action position to anchor a revamped defense and return Baltimore to the top of the NFL, leveraging a roster loaded with talent and a focus on fundamentals.
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.
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, 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.
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.
Peers describe Minter as a teacher with a football IQ years ahead of his age, who puts players first, stays composed, and will build a strong staff. As a first-time head coach, he’s expected to adapt quickly and lead Baltimore with confidence but not arrogance.
After NCAA sanctions on Michigan for a cheating scandal, Jim Harbaugh moves to the NFL and defensive coordinator Jesse Minter avoids penalties and is hired as the Baltimore Ravens' head coach, highlighting NFL teams’ willingness to overlook past misconduct if it promises wins.