The Baltimore Ravens have officially unveiled their full coaching staff under new head coach Jesse Minter, locking in a lineup that blends NFL experience, college pedigree, and trusted relationships built over years in the game. While many of the hires had been reported, Thursday’s announcement confirmed the full slate, including several key additions who are stepping into NFL roles for the first time. Let’s break down the new names joining the Ravens’ sideline and what they bring to the table.
Christina DeRuyter - Chief of Staff
When Jesse Minter needs someone to keep the operation running smoothly behind the scenes, he turns to someone he knows inside and out. Christina DeRuyter has been a constant presence alongside Minter through multiple stops, and now she takes on a new title in Baltimore as Chief of Staff. Her background is steeped in football-she’s the daughter of longtime college defensive coordinator Tim DeRuyter and has been immersed in the sport since her days as a student at Texas A&M, where she cut her teeth in the Aggies’ football department.
From there, DeRuyter built a résumé in recruiting and operations at Arizona, Texas Tech, Vanderbilt, and Michigan, where she worked under Jim Harbaugh and alongside Minter starting in 2022. When Harbaugh moved to the Chargers, DeRuyter followed, serving as director of football logistics.
Her work there didn’t go unnoticed-she and colleague John Wiedmeier were named AFC Travel Directors of the Year in 2024, a season in which the Chargers won 11 games. In Baltimore, she’ll continue to play a vital role in team operations, and it’s clear Minter sees her as a key piece in building a successful program.
Lou Esposito - Defensive Line Coach
After more than two decades in the college ranks, Lou Esposito is getting his shot at the NFL, and it’s with one of the league’s most tradition-rich defensive franchises. Esposito brings 23 years of coaching experience, including 12 focused on the defensive line. He made a name for himself early, becoming a head coach at Saint Joseph’s College just three years into his career and leading the program to two Great Lakes Conference titles.
Most recently, Esposito spent two seasons at Michigan coaching the defensive line, a unit that played a pivotal role in the Wolverines’ success. Now, he’ll work under new defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver-himself a former D-line coach with a deep understanding of the position. Together, they’ll be tasked with maintaining the Ravens’ defensive identity while installing Minter’s scheme.
Shawn Flaherty - Assistant Offensive Line Coach
For Shawn Flaherty, this is more than just a new job-it’s a bit of a homecoming. The former Towson offensive lineman returns to Maryland after nearly a decade of coaching the position.
Flaherty started his coaching journey as a graduate assistant at North Carolina before jumping to the NFL, where he served as an analyst and assistant offensive line coach with the Miami Dolphins. He then joined the Falcons, spending the last three seasons in Atlanta working under Dwayne Ledford-now the Ravens’ offensive line coach.
Baltimore’s offensive line struggled at times last season, and the Flaherty-Ledford duo will be counted on to bring stability and physicality back to the trenches.
Prentice Gill - Assistant Wide Receivers Coach
Prentice Gill is staying put in Baltimore, but his role is leveling up. After two seasons as a coaching fellow, Gill has earned a full-time position as the assistant wide receivers coach under Keary Colbert.
The two have history-Gill was a graduate assistant at USC during Colbert’s tenure there from 2016 to 2018. Since then, Gill has built a strong coaching résumé, including a stint at Oregon and four years as co-wide receivers coach at Arizona State.
In Baltimore, Gill has already made an impression. Known for his energy and ability to connect with players, he’s been a locker-room favorite, and the wideouts have responded well to his coaching style. Now, with a larger role, he’ll continue to help develop a receiving corps that’s looking to take the next step.
Ben Koticwa - Senior Assistant Special Teams Coach
Ben Koticwa brings a unique mix of military discipline and football experience to the Ravens’ special teams unit. An eight-year Army veteran and former linebacker at West Point, Koticwa transitioned into coaching after his service, starting at USMA Prep School as a defensive coordinator. From there, he built an 18-year NFL coaching career focused on special teams, with a brief return to Army as director of player personnel.
His leadership and special teams acumen will be a valuable asset in Baltimore, where the third phase of the game has long been a point of pride.
Rick Minter - Football Analyst
Few coaches can match Rick Minter’s experience, and now he’s joining his son Jesse for a ninth time on a coaching staff. With over 40 years in the game, including a decade as Cincinnati’s head coach from 1994 to 2003, the elder Minter brings a wealth of knowledge to the Ravens’ defensive brain trust. He’s worked alongside Jesse at Michigan and with the Chargers, and now brings that same steady presence to Baltimore.
Rick’s connection to the Harbaugh family also runs deep-he crossed paths with John Harbaugh during his Cincinnati days. His role as an analyst might not be front and center, but make no mistake: his fingerprints will be on the Ravens’ defensive game planning.
Andrew Rogan - Defensive Quality Control Coach
Andrew Rogan has quietly been climbing the ranks in Baltimore, and now he steps into a new role as defensive quality control coach. His coaching journey began at West Point, where he worked as an intern handling coaching, personnel, and analytics. Since arriving in Baltimore, he’s spent the last five years in various capacities, gaining valuable experience and trust within the organization.
This promotion is a testament to his growth and the Ravens’ belief in his potential to contribute to the team’s defensive success.
Miles Taylor - Assistant Defensive Backs Coach
Miles Taylor is another familiar face to Jesse Minter, following him from Los Angeles to Baltimore. Taylor played four seasons at Iowa, where he racked up 169 tackles and an interception before jumping straight into coaching. He started as a graduate assistant with the Hawkeyes, then spent four years coaching defensive backs at South Dakota before entering the NFL.
Now in Baltimore, Taylor joins a revamped defensive staff and will work closely with the secondary-a unit that’s long been a strength for the Ravens.
P.J. Volker - Safeties Coach
P.J. Volker’s coaching résumé is rich with college experience, but his connection to Jesse Minter runs even deeper.
The two were teammates at the College of Mount St. Joseph, and their coaching paths have crossed multiple times since.
Volker has coached linebackers and coordinated defenses at stops including Indiana State, Georgia State, and most recently, the Naval Academy, where he served as defensive coordinator from 2023 to 2025.
Volker now makes the leap to the NFL, reuniting with Minter in Baltimore. His focus will be on the safeties-a critical position in Minter’s defensive scheme-and his deep understanding of the system should make for a smooth transition.
Final Thoughts
This coaching staff is more than a collection of names-it’s a reflection of Jesse Minter’s vision for the Ravens. He’s surrounded himself with a mix of experienced NFL minds, trusted college colleagues, and rising coaches who’ve earned their stripes. From the trenches to the secondary, and from operations to special teams, this group is built for cohesion, continuity, and a shared belief in the system.
Now, it’s time to see how that vision translates on the field.