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Baltimore Ravens Hire 30-Year-Old Doyle, NFL’s Youngest OC

6/3/2026

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Doyle Hired Offense

The Baltimore Ravens hired 30-year-old Declan Doyle as offensive coordinator, the NFL’s youngest.
Doyle said he will prioritize a faster cadence and eliminate pre-snap penalties in OTAs.
He will test sideline and booth play-calling before finalizing his season approach.
Tight end Durham Smythe followed Doyle from Chicago, citing scheme familiarity.
Wide receiver Zay Flowers called Doyle a “genius” and praised his teaching.

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Bateman Skips OTAs

Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman missed recent voluntary OTAs while handling personal matters, according to coach Doyle.
Bateman participated in the first OTA week and trained alone in early-morning sessions.
Coach Anthony Weaver said veteran cornerback Marlon Humphrey missed practices but is ready.
Both coaches stressed the absences are routine, not injury-related, and that OTA attendance is optional for veterans.

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Doyle Hired Offense

The Baltimore Ravens hired 30-year-old Declan Doyle as offensive coordinator, the NFL’s youngest.
Doyle said he will prioritize a faster cadence and eliminate pre-snap penalties in OTAs.
He will test sideline and booth play-calling before finalizing his season approach.
Tight end Durham Smythe followed Doyle from Chicago, citing scheme familiarity.
Wide receiver Zay Flowers called Doyle a “genius” and praised his teaching.

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