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Ravens Expected to Hire Anthony Weaver as Defensive Coordinator

Head coach Jesse Minter will retain defensive play-calling responsibilities.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets report the 45-year-old will return to Baltimore as defensive coordinator after two seasons leading Miami's defense.
  • Jesse Minter has said he will call the defensive plays, with Weaver expected to guide defensive meetings, game planning and work with the defensive line.
  • Weaver brings deep Ravens ties as a 2002 second-round pick and as defensive line coach, run-game coordinator and assistant head coach from 2021 to 2023.
  • His Dolphins units ranked top 10 in points and top five in yards in 2024 before falling to the low 20s in 2025 league rankings.
  • The move targets a defensive rebound after Baltimore finished 24th in total defense and 30th against the pass during an 8–9 season.