The Baltimore Ravens are officially in the market for a new head coach, joining a growing list of NFL teams hitting the reset button this offseason. And with Lamar Jackson firmly entrenched as the face of the franchise, all signs point toward Baltimore leaning offensive with its next hire.
One name generating serious buzz? Kliff Kingsbury.
The former Washington Commanders offensive coordinator is being floated as a strong fit for the Ravens, and it’s not hard to see why. Kingsbury has long been known for his offensive mind, and when you look at the pieces Baltimore has on that side of the ball-Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry, Mark Andrews, and Zay Flowers-there’s a lot to like.
The toolbox is full. The question is: can Kingsbury put it all together?
According to CBS Sports' Tyler Sullivan, Kingsbury might be exactly what the Ravens need to get back into the contender conversation. He pointed out that if Kingsbury can tailor the offense around Jackson-much like he did with the run game in Washington-Baltimore could be in for a quick return to form. That’s a big “if,” but the potential is real.
Let’s break it down.
The Ravens under Todd Monken leaned heavily on the run, and rightly so. With Jackson’s dual-threat ability and now a bruising back in Derrick Henry, the ground game should remain a foundational piece. Kingsbury’s recent work in Washington showed he can build a top-tier rushing attack, which makes him an intriguing match for Baltimore’s offensive identity.
But where this team needs to evolve is through the air.
Jackson has made noticeable strides as a passer, becoming more efficient and confident in the pocket. The next step?
A passing scheme that consistently puts him-and his receivers-in positions to succeed. That’s where Kingsbury would really need to show growth.
His time in Arizona featured flashes of offensive creativity, but consistency and adaptability were often missing. If he’s learned from those experiences, and if he can bring a more balanced, dynamic approach to the passing game, this could be a perfect pairing.
With weapons like Andrews over the middle and Flowers stretching the field, the pieces are there. The challenge is unlocking them in a way that complements Jackson’s skill set without asking him to be something he’s not.
There are certainly other candidates in the mix, and Baltimore will do its due diligence. But if the Ravens are serious about maximizing the prime years of Lamar Jackson-and building an offense that can go toe-to-toe with the AFC’s elite-Kingsbury’s name deserves to be near the top of the list.
He’s not a lock, but he might just be the right kind of bold.