Ravens Hire 29-Year-Old Declan Doyle as New Offensive Coordinator
The Baltimore Ravens officially hired Chicago Bears offensive coordinator Declan Doyle on Friday, entrusting the 29-year-old with the task of revitalizing their offense under new head coach Jesse Minter. Doyle, who is the same age as Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, becomes the youngest offensive coordinator in the NFL and will assume play-calling duties for the first time in his career.
Doyle served as the offensive coordinator for the Bears during the 2025 season, working under head coach Ben Johnson. His tenure in Chicago was marked by significant statistical growth, as the unit finished ninth in the league in scoring (26 points per game) and sixth in total yards. These figures represented a massive turnaround for a Bears team that had ranked near the bottom of the league the previous year. Before joining Chicago, Doyle worked as the tight ends coach for the Denver Broncos and spent four seasons as an offensive assistant with the New Orleans Saints under Sean Payton.
While Doyle’s rapid ascent through the coaching ranks highlights his reputation as a rising offensive mind, the hire carries inherent risks. Critics point to his lack of play-calling experience, as Ben Johnson retained those duties in Chicago. Additionally, transitioning from a non-play-calling role to leading an offense led by a two-time MVP quarterback presents a steep learning curve.
The move leaves the Chicago Bears looking for a new offensive coordinator to sustain the momentum built over the last year. For Baltimore, the hiring signals a shift toward a younger, more modern offensive philosophy as they look to rebound from a season where they fell out of the top five in scoring.
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