Ravens' outpace rival teams to secure Jesse Minter amid coaching frenzy

NFL: JUL 26 Chargers Training Camp | Icon Sportswire/GettyImagesThe Baltimore Ravens won the race for Jesse Minter. After firing John Harbaugh two days after their abysmal 2025 season came to an end, they conducted a two-week search for their fourth head coach in franchise history. On Thursday, they hired Minter, signing the 42-year-old to a five-year contract.

While Minter has been reported as the top target for a while, it was still a tough decision for the Ravens to make. Initially, 17 candidates were reported to get interviews. However, following the Minter announcement, General Manager Eric DeCosta revealed that the team had interviewed 20 candidates for the position. Ultimately, Minter…