The Baltimore Ravens are deep into their search for a new head coach, and the list of contenders is starting to take shape. On Thursday, they’re set to interview Buffalo Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady - one of the more intriguing names in this cycle. Brady joins a growing pool of candidates, with several interviews already in the books and a few more still on the docket.
Let’s break down where things stand.
Finalists Emerging
Right now, three names appear to be rising to the top of Baltimore’s list:
- Anthony Weaver, Dolphins defensive coordinator, is scheduled for an interview.
- Joe Brady, Bills offensive coordinator, is interviewing Thursday.
- Jesse Minter, Chargers defensive coordinator, has already completed his interview.
These three are the frontrunners - at least for now - as the Ravens zero in on the next leader of their locker room.
Full List of Interviewed and Scheduled Candidates
The Ravens aren’t leaving any stone unturned. Here’s the full slate of coaches they’ve spoken with or plan to meet:
- Matt Nagy, Chiefs offensive coordinator (interviewed)
- Klint Kubiak, Seahawks offensive coordinator (interviewed)
- Davis Webb, Broncos quarterbacks coach (interviewed)
- Vance Joseph, Broncos defensive coordinator (interviewed)
- Kliff Kingsbury, former Commanders offensive coordinator (interviewed)
- Brian Flores, Vikings defensive coordinator (interviewed)
- Jim Schwartz, Browns defensive coordinator (interviewed)
- Robert Saleh, 49ers defensive coordinator (interviewed)
- Chris Shula, Rams defensive coordinator (interviewed)
- Mike McDaniel, former Dolphins head coach (scheduled)
- Nate Scheelhaase, Rams pass game coordinator (interviewed)
- Anthony Campanile, Jaguars defensive coordinator (interviewed)
- Darren Rizzi, Broncos assistant head coach/special teams coordinator (expected)
It’s a wide-ranging group that includes rising young assistants, seasoned defensive minds, former head coaches, and up-and-coming offensive innovators.
Who Is Joe Brady?
At 36, Joe Brady has already taken a winding - and impressive - path through the coaching ranks. He kicked off his career in 2013 at William & Mary as a linebackers coach before moving on to a graduate assistant role at Penn State. From there, he spent two seasons with the New Orleans Saints as an offensive assistant, working under Sean Payton in one of the league’s most creative systems.
But Brady’s breakout moment came in 2019, when he joined LSU as the passing game coordinator and wide receivers coach. That LSU offense, led by Joe Burrow, was historic - and Brady’s fingerprints were all over it.
His success in Baton Rouge quickly earned him a shot in the NFL, where he took over as the Panthers’ offensive coordinator. That stint ended before the close of his second season, but his offensive acumen remained respected around the league.
In 2022, the Bills brought him on as their quarterbacks coach. When Ken Dorsey was let go, Brady stepped into the OC role - and the results were immediate.
In 2025, Buffalo’s offense ranked:
- 4th in total yards
- 4th in points scored
- 1st in rushing yards
- 15th in passing yards
That ground game dominance, paired with a balanced attack, helped stabilize the Bills’ offense during a turbulent stretch. Brady’s ability to adapt and maximize talent has made him a hot commodity this offseason.
What It Means for the Ravens
Baltimore is known for its defensive identity, but with Lamar Jackson in his prime and a young core on offense, the Ravens could be looking for a leader who can elevate that side of the ball. Brady brings a modern, flexible offensive approach - and the success he’s had in Buffalo, especially with the run game, might be exactly what Baltimore’s front office is looking for.
Of course, the Ravens are doing their due diligence across the board. With defensive minds like Flores, Schwartz, and Saleh in the mix, and experienced coaches like McDaniel and Kingsbury also under consideration, this search is far from over.
But keep an eye on Brady. At 36, he’s young, but he’s already proven he can lead a high-powered offense - and in today’s NFL, that’s the kind of upside that gets you in the door. Whether it gets him the job in Baltimore remains to be seen, but he’s firmly in the conversation.