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The Baltimore Ravens could have two future head-coaching candidates on Jesse Minter’s first staff, even if only one made Pro Football Focus’ latest list of assistants to watch.
PFF recently looked at 15 assistant coaches who could be head-coaching candidates in 2027, and Ravens defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver made the cut. Offensive coordinator Declan Doyle did not, but that could change quickly if Baltimore’s offense takes off with Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry, and a reshaped group of skill players.
Weaver is already a known name in league circles. He has been involved in multiple hiring cycles, has prior defensive coordinator experience, and is viewed as a strong leader with the charisma and presence teams often look for in a head coach. PFF noted that Weaver oversaw a strong 2024 Dolphins defense that ranked seventh in EPA per play and 11th in success rate before Miami slipped to 25th in EPA per play last season amid personnel turnover and individual regression. That context matters for Baltimore. Weaver is not trying to establish whether he belongs in a coordinator chair. He is trying to strengthen his case as a future head coach by helping Minter restore one of the league’s most talented defenses. The Ravens’ official site lists Weaver as Baltimore’s defensive coordinator, joining a staff that also includes Doyle as offensive coordinator and Anthony Levine Sr. as special teams coordinator under Minter.
The Ravens should give Weaver the type of platform that can push him back into head-coaching interviews. Baltimore has Kyle Hamilton, Roquan Smith, Marlon Humphrey, Nate Wiggins, Malaki Starks, Nnamdi Madubuike, Calais Campbell, and Trey Hendrickson, giving Weaver and Minter a defensive talent base that few teams can match. If that group takes a step in 2026, Weaver’s name should be prominent again during the next hiring cycle.
Doyle’s path is different but potentially faster. The Ravens’ official site described him as one of the brightest young offensive minds after Minter hired him to coordinate the offense, and his job comes with one major advantage: Jackson. If Doyle helps modernize Baltimore’s passing game, maximize Jackson’s efficiency, keep Henry involved, and unlock young receivers Ja’Kobi Lane and Elijah Sarratt, the league will notice. That is why Doyle may be the future head coach candidate who has people buzzing, even without appearing on PFF’s list. A recent Ravens.com roundup cited ESPN’s Ben Solak saying Doyle could have head-coaching interviews by the end of the 2026 season if he matches his reputation as a fast-rising coaching star while calling plays for Jackson.
The Ravens also confirmed Weaver’s return to Baltimore in February, with the former Ravens player saying it “means more” to become the team’s defensive coordinator under Minter. That personal connection only adds to the intrigue. Weaver knows the organization, understands the defensive standard and will be working with a head coach whose own reputation was built on defensive structure, communication and player development.
For Minter, having two coordinators with head-coaching upside is a good problem. Weaver brings experience, leadership, and credibility. Doyle brings youth, offensive upside, and a chance to attach his résumé to one of the NFL’s most dynamic quarterbacks. The Ravens are not just trying to get back to the playoffs in 2026; they are trying to refresh the entire operation around Jackson’s prime.
If Baltimore’s defense rebounds and its offense becomes more explosive, Weaver and Doyle could both be part of next year’s coaching carousel. PFF already identified Weaver as one of the assistants to watch. Doyle may not be far behind.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Ravens have 2 of the NFL's top head-coaching candidates entering 2026
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PFF recently looked at 15 assistant coaches who could be head-coaching candidates in 2027, and Ravens defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver made the cut. Offensive coordinator Declan Doyle did not, but that could change quickly if Baltimore’s offense takes off with Lamar Jackson, Derrick Henry, and a reshaped group of skill players.
Weaver is already a known name in league circles. He has been involved in multiple hiring cycles, has prior defensive coordinator experience, and is viewed as a strong leader with the charisma and presence teams often look for in a head coach. PFF noted that Weaver oversaw a strong 2024 Dolphins defense that ranked seventh in EPA per play and 11th in success rate before Miami slipped to 25th in EPA per play last season amid personnel turnover and individual regression. That context matters for Baltimore. Weaver is not trying to establish whether he belongs in a coordinator chair. He is trying to strengthen his case as a future head coach by helping Minter restore one of the league’s most talented defenses. The Ravens’ official site lists Weaver as Baltimore’s defensive coordinator, joining a staff that also includes Doyle as offensive coordinator and Anthony Levine Sr. as special teams coordinator under Minter.
The Ravens should give Weaver the type of platform that can push him back into head-coaching interviews. Baltimore has Kyle Hamilton, Roquan Smith, Marlon Humphrey, Nate Wiggins, Malaki Starks, Nnamdi Madubuike, Calais Campbell, and Trey Hendrickson, giving Weaver and Minter a defensive talent base that few teams can match. If that group takes a step in 2026, Weaver’s name should be prominent again during the next hiring cycle.
Doyle’s path is different but potentially faster. The Ravens’ official site described him as one of the brightest young offensive minds after Minter hired him to coordinate the offense, and his job comes with one major advantage: Jackson. If Doyle helps modernize Baltimore’s passing game, maximize Jackson’s efficiency, keep Henry involved, and unlock young receivers Ja’Kobi Lane and Elijah Sarratt, the league will notice. That is why Doyle may be the future head coach candidate who has people buzzing, even without appearing on PFF’s list. A recent Ravens.com roundup cited ESPN’s Ben Solak saying Doyle could have head-coaching interviews by the end of the 2026 season if he matches his reputation as a fast-rising coaching star while calling plays for Jackson.
The Ravens also confirmed Weaver’s return to Baltimore in February, with the former Ravens player saying it “means more” to become the team’s defensive coordinator under Minter. That personal connection only adds to the intrigue. Weaver knows the organization, understands the defensive standard and will be working with a head coach whose own reputation was built on defensive structure, communication and player development.
For Minter, having two coordinators with head-coaching upside is a good problem. Weaver brings experience, leadership, and credibility. Doyle brings youth, offensive upside, and a chance to attach his résumé to one of the NFL’s most dynamic quarterbacks. The Ravens are not just trying to get back to the playoffs in 2026; they are trying to refresh the entire operation around Jackson’s prime.
If Baltimore’s defense rebounds and its offense becomes more explosive, Weaver and Doyle could both be part of next year’s coaching carousel. PFF already identified Weaver as one of the assistants to watch. Doyle may not be far behind.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Ravens have 2 of the NFL's top head-coaching candidates entering 2026
Continue reading...
