The Baltimore Ravens' search for a new head coach continues weeks after the team decided to fire John Harbaugh.
The Ravens have interviewed several candidates since then, one of which is Los Angeles Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter.
In an article making predictions for every head-coach vacancy remaining, USA TODAY's Jacob Camenker pegged Minter to the Ravens.
Here's Camenker's thoughts on Minter possibly taking the Ravens job:
Minter quickly found success in Los Angeles, leading the Chargers to the No. 1 scoring defense in 2024 while the squad ranked eighth in defensive EPA per play this season, per the NFL's Next Gen Stats. The Ravens should value the 42-year-old's defensive acumen and will also value having a familiar face in the building as they try to smoothly guide the transition away from Harbaugh.
This is a realistic prediction from Camenker, as Minter has already had a second interview with the Ravens, which means he's a finalist for the job.
Minter actually has connections to both Harbaughs.
Not only is he currently the defensive coordinator under Jim Harbaugh, but he also worked on John Harbaugh's staff from 2017-2020, so he's already familiar with the franchise.
In his two years as defensive coordinator in Los Angeles, Minter has had plenty of success, which is why he was such a hot name in this year's head-coach hiring cycle.
In 2024, the Chargers ranked 11th, first, 14th and seventh in total yards, points, rushing yards and passing yards allowed per game, respectively.
In 2025, Minter's unit secured top-10 rankings in total yards (fifth), points (ninth), rushing yards (eighth) and passing yards (fifth).
The Ravens' biggest weakness in 2025 was its defense, which ranked 18th in points allowed per game, 31st in passing yards and 24th in total yards.
With Baltimore's desperate need to return to relevance on defense, adding someone like Minter who has a history of success in guiding defenses to top-10 rankings would be just what the doctor ordered for the Ravens.
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