Baltimore Ravens Hire Declan Doyle as Offensive Coordinator: A New Era Begins
The Baltimore ravens have appointed Declan Doyle as their new offensive coordinator, the team announced Friday, January 30, 2026. This bold move introduces a fresh,innovative approach to the Ravens’ offense,with Doyle becoming the youngest offensive playcaller in the NFL at just 29 years old – the same age as star quarterback Lamar Jackson.
A Rising Star in Offensive Strategy
Doyle arrives in Baltimore after a single season as offensive coordinator for the Chicago Bears,where he played a key role in a significant offensive turnaround. While Bears head coach Ben Johnson called the plays during the 2025 season, Doyle’s influence was instrumental in elevating Chicago from the NFL’s lowest-ranked offense in 2024 to the sixth-best in the league. The Bears saw a dramatic increase in scoring, averaging 26 points per game in 2025, a ample jump from the 18.2 points per game they averaged the previous year.
Prior to his time in Chicago, Doyle honed his coaching skills as the tight ends coach for the Denver Broncos (2023-2024) and as an offensive assistant with the new Orleans Saints (2019-2022). His rapid ascent through the coaching ranks has established him as one of the league’s most promising young offensive minds.
Minter’s Vision and Jackson’s Future
The hiring of Doyle represents a decisive step by Ravens head coach Jesse Minter, who sought a coordinator who could revitalize the team’s offensive performance. Minter emphasized his desire for a “connector and an innovator, and a scheme builder around the best player in the world,” clearly signaling the importance of maximizing Lamar Jackson’s potential.
This marks the fourth offensive coordinator in Jackson’s nine-year NFL career. However, history suggests that a change at the coordinator position can be beneficial for the dynamic quarterback, as Jackson has achieved NFL MVP honors following the previous two offensive coordinator hires in Baltimore.
addressing Offensive Performance
The decision to bring in Doyle comes after a season where Jackson’s passing numbers dipped. In the 2025 season, Jackson averaged 196.1 passing yards and threw for 21 touchdowns - his lowest totals since 2022. The Ravens are hoping Doyle can unlock a new level of efficiency and explosiveness in the passing game,complementing jackson’s already formidable rushing ability.
The youngest Playcaller in the NFL
Doyle’s appointment places him at the forefront of a new generation of NFL coaches. Here’s a look at the league’s youngest offensive playcallers:
| Playcaller | Age |
|---|---|
| Declan Doyle (BAL) | 29 |
| Grant Udinski (JAX) | 30 |
| David Blough (WSH) | 30 |
| Tommy Rees (ATL) | 33 |
| Sean Mannion (PHI) | 33 |
(Source: ESPN Research)
The Ravens’ gamble on Declan Doyle signifies a commitment to innovation and a belief in the power of fresh perspectives. As Doyle embarks on this new chapter with the Ravens, all eyes will be on weather he can successfully build an offense that maximizes Lamar Jackson’s talents and returns Baltimore to the top of the AFC.
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