Ravens Hire 29-Year-Old Coach Who Already Transformed One NFL Offense

A bold move in Baltimore signals a new era on offense-and has fans buzzing with anticipation and debate.

The Baltimore Ravens are making a bold move on the offensive side of the ball, hiring 29-year-old Declan Doyle as their new offensive coordinator. At the same age as franchise quarterback Lamar Jackson, Doyle steps into a pivotal role in Baltimore after a one-year stint as the offensive coordinator for the Chicago Bears.

What makes this hire particularly interesting isn’t just Doyle’s age - though that certainly stands out - but the fact that he’s walking into a situation where he’ll have full play-calling duties. That’s a significant shift and a clear vote of confidence from new head coach Jesse Minter, who now hands the keys to the offense over to a young, ascending mind.

Doyle’s work in Chicago turned heads. Despite the Bears’ broader struggles, his offensive designs showed creativity and adaptability.

He managed to coax production out of a group that lacked elite firepower, and he did it with a style that emphasized rhythm, timing, and quarterback-friendly concepts. That kind of approach could mesh well with Lamar Jackson’s dynamic skill set - especially if Doyle can find ways to blend Jackson’s explosiveness with a more consistent passing rhythm.

This hire signals a fresh direction for the Ravens. Minter, stepping into his first head coaching role, is clearly not afraid to lean on young talent around him. And in Doyle, he’s bringing in someone who isn’t just a rising name - he’s someone who’s shown he can handle responsibility and innovate under pressure.

There’s already plenty of chatter among Ravens fans online - some excited about the upside, others cautious about the inexperience. That’s to be expected. But what’s clear is this: Baltimore is betting on upside, on fresh ideas, and on a coordinator who might just be in perfect sync - both in age and approach - with the face of their franchise.

If Doyle can unlock another level in Lamar Jackson’s game and keep defenses guessing, this move could be a game-changer.