Overview
- The Ravens confirmed former player and assistant Anthony Weaver as defensive coordinator as he returns to Baltimore after two seasons with Miami.
- Weaver said he wants opponents to endure “60 minutes of hell,” emphasizing a violent, fast, connected style that leaves offenses feeling they were in a fight.
- First-year head coach Jesse Minter will retain defensive play-calling duties, with Weaver positioned as a hands-on schematic partner and teacher.
- Weaver is targeting improved situational execution after the Ravens blew multiple fourth-quarter leads in 2025, when Baltimore ranked 24th in yards allowed and tied for the third-fewest sacks.
- After interviewing for several head-coaching jobs, Weaver acknowledged disappointment at not being hired, citing a renewed focus in Baltimore where his first year in Miami previously produced a top-10 scoring defense.