Declan Doyle is heading to Baltimore, and he’s bringing a rising résumé with him. After helping guide the Chicago Bears to an NFC North title in 2025 as offensive coordinator under Ben Johnson, Doyle is now set to take over play-calling duties for the Ravens. He’ll be the offensive coordinator on Jesse Minter’s newly assembled staff, as Baltimore enters a new era with Minter at the helm.
For Doyle, it’s another step forward in a career that’s been steadily building momentum. His roots trace back to Iowa City, where he cut his teeth as a student assistant under longtime Hawkeyes head coach Kirk Ferentz from 2016 to 2018.
During that stretch, Doyle worked closely with offensive coordinators Greg Davis and Brian Ferentz, gaining early exposure to the inner workings of a Power Five offense. It wasn’t glamorous work, but it laid the foundation for what’s becoming a fast-track rise through the coaching ranks.
From there, Doyle moved to the NFL, joining the New Orleans Saints as an offensive assistant from 2019 to 2022. That stint gave him valuable experience in one of the league’s more innovative offensive systems. He followed that up with a two-year run as the tight ends coach in Denver, helping develop a position group that became a steady part of the Broncos' attack.
Then came Chicago in 2025. Tasked with coordinating an offense that had struggled in recent years, Doyle helped turn things around.
Under his watch, the Bears found rhythm and identity, enough to win the NFC North and re-establish themselves as a legitimate playoff team. That performance didn’t go unnoticed - and now, he’s got the keys to an offense in Baltimore that’s loaded with firepower.
And let’s talk about that firepower. Lamar Jackson, still one of the most dynamic quarterbacks in the league, remains the centerpiece.
Add in Derrick Henry - the bruising back who can still wear down defenses - and you’ve got a backfield that can beat you in multiple ways. The Ravens have long been known for their physical identity, and with Doyle’s balanced approach and creative play design, there’s real potential to elevate this unit even further.
Doyle’s arrival also signals a new direction under Jesse Minter, who’s stepping into his first head coaching role. Minter, a defensive-minded coach, will lean heavily on Doyle to shape the offense and maximize the talent on hand. That trust speaks volumes - and it’s a major opportunity for Doyle to prove he can lead a top-tier offense on a team with serious postseason aspirations.
It’s also another feather in the cap for Iowa’s coaching tree. Kirk Ferentz has long been known for developing not just players, but future coaches. Doyle becomes the latest example of a former Hawkeye staffer climbing the NFL ladder - a testament to the program’s emphasis on fundamentals, preparation, and football IQ.
Now, all eyes turn to Baltimore, where the Ravens are retooling with a new staff and a familiar goal: contend in the AFC. With Declan Doyle calling the shots on offense, they’ve got a coach who’s young, experienced, and ready for the challenge.