The Baltimore Ravens have officially appointed Declan Doyle as their new offensive coordinator, according to sources reported by ESPN”s Adam Schefter. At just 29 years old, Doyle now holds the title of the youngest offensive playcaller in the National Football League.
This announcement came on Friday in Owings Mills, Maryland, marking a significant move for the Ravens under new head coach Jesse Minter. Doyle previously served as the offensive coordinator for the Chicago Bears for the past season, although playcalling duties were handled by head coach Ben Johnson. Despite his limited experience as a playcaller, Doyle has garnered a reputation as one of the most promising young offensive minds in football.
During his time with the Bears, Doyle played a crucial role in transforming the team”s offense from the bottom of the league rankings to a more competitive unit, achieving the sixth-best offense in the NFL last season. The Bears notably improved their scoring, averaging 26 points per game in the previous season, a stark contrast to the 18.2 points per game they managed in the season before.
Prior to his tenure with Chicago, Doyle was the tight ends coach for the Denver Broncos and also worked as an offensive assistant with the New Orleans Saints. His challenge now will be to revitalize quarterback Lamar Jackson and the Ravens offense, which faced struggles last season. Jackson”s passing averages dropped significantly, recording only 196.1 yards per game and 21 touchdown passes, both of which were the lowest since 2022.
When discussing the qualities he sought in an offensive coordinator, Minter emphasized the need for someone who could connect with players and innovate around Jackson, describing him as “the best player in the world.” This marks the fourth offensive coordinator change for Jackson as he prepares for his ninth season in the NFL. Historically, new offensive schemes have led to success for Jackson, including his MVP seasons following previous coordinator changes.
