<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> Most Valuable Player award</strong> has crowned the sport’s brightest stars at remarkable points in their careers. From records shattered in bursting breakout seasons to veteran excellence honed over time, age has often shaped the narrative as much as statistics.</p>



<p>Some <strong>MVP winners</strong> dashed onto the scene early, turning heads when youth and elite performance collided. Others reached the pinnacle after years of refinement, defying the odds and delaying their moment in the spotlight well into their 30s and beyond.</p>



<p>As the list stretches from the league’s early days to the modern era, the contrast between <strong>youthful impact and seasoned mastery </strong>reveals not only shifts in the game but how different generations have left their mark on <strong>NFL’s most prestigious individual honor</strong>.</p>



<h2>Who is the youngest MVP winner in NFL history?</h2>



<p>The youngest player ever to win the Associated Press NFL Most Valuable Player award was <strong>Jim Brown</strong>, who captured the honor at just <strong>21 years</strong> <strong>old during his rookie season in 1957</strong> while starring for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cleveland-browns">Cleveland Browns</a>. His dominant campaign included 942 rushing yards and nine touchdowns.</p>



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<p>He followed up that historic achievement with <strong>another MVP season in 1958 at age 22</strong>, becoming one of the few players to earn the league’s top individual prize in consecutive years so early in his career.</p>



<p>Other youthful winners include several Hall of Famers who secured the award in their early 20s, such as <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson">Lamar Jackson</a></strong> at age 22 in 2019, and <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Patrick Mahomes</a></strong> and <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dan-marino">Dan Marino</a></strong> at age 23, but Brown’s rookie‑season distinction still stands as the earliest age any player has won MVP in NFL history.</p>



<h2>Who is the oldest MVP winner in NFL history?</h2>



<p>At the other end of the spectrum, longevity has its own legends.<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tom-brady">Tom Brady</a></strong>, already one of the game’s most iconic quarterbacks, set the record as the oldest NFL MVP, <strong>earning the award at age 40 during the 2017 season</strong>. His performance that year, including over 4,500 passing yards, showcased his sustained excellence deep into his fourth decade in the league.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/02/04225256/Tom-Brady-2-1920x1080.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-573756"></figure><figcaption>Super Bowl LI MVP Tom Brady in 2017 with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (Source: Bob Levey/Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>



<p>His age milestone surpasses other veteran MVPs like <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-rodgers">Aaron Rodgers</a></strong> (who won at 38 and 37) and <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/peyton-manning">Peyton Manning</a></strong> (MVP at 37), illustrating how rare it is for elite production to continue at ages typically associated with decline in professional sports.</p>



<p>Others such as<strong> Rich Gannon </strong>and <strong>Y.A. Tittle</strong> also won MVP in their late 30s, but Brady’s mark remains the highest on record, a testament to durability and preparation in a league known for its physical demands.</p>

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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-jets" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New York Jets</a></strong> are desperate to find a proper offensive coordinator for next season. After being one of the worst offenses in 2025, the team is looking for one name that helped <strong>Lamar Jackson</strong> become an MVP, and also coached <strong>Justin Herbert</strong>.</p>



<p>According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, <strong>Greg Roman is one of three coaches going into in-person interviews  with the Jets</strong>. Roman formerly coached <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lamar Jackson</a> to become a unanimous MVP in 2019. Then, he was Justin Herbert’s OC in the Chargers for the last two years.</p>



<p>According to Fowler, there were five interviews done virtually, but the list narrowed down to just three now. <strong>Roman is quite an intriguing name</strong>, as he defies what many teams are looking for.</p>



<h2>Greg Roman is an old school yet smart coach</h2>



<p>Roman is an old-school coach who has been under the Harbaugh tree pretty much his whole career. Hence, <strong>he is a run-heavy schemer that doesn’t exactly aligns with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> today</strong>. Nowadays, it’s creativity and QBs shining what gets you a job as OC. Roman is more pragmatic and traditional.</p>



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<p><strong>Still, Roman is no stranger to make a QB shine</strong>. It’s just not as flashy. However, he made Jackson the MVP and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/justin-herbert" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Justin Herbert</a> get Pro Bowl honors. There is nothing secure yet, but Roman is surely one of the most intriguing candidates.</p>


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<h2>The Jets need to spark something on offense</h2>



<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/jets-interviewed-super-bowl-champion-coach-for-offensive-coordinator-vacancy-as-aaron-glenn-looks-to-fill-coaching-staff" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Jets also interviewed a Super Bowl winner for the OC spot</a>. Whoever gets the role must need to be an effective hire. The Jets offense has been bad for years now, and <strong>the team is desperate to finally have a productive unit</strong>.</p>


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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baltimore Ravens</a></strong> have hired a new coach to help <strong>Lamar Jackson</strong>. Following <strong>Todd Monken’s departure to join <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/shedeur-sanders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Shedeur Sanders</a> </strong>with the <strong>Cleveland Browns</strong>, the Ravens now have a brand-new <strong>offensive coordinator</strong>.</p>



<p>On Friday, ESPN revealed that <strong>Baltimore is hiring Declan Doyle as its new offensive coordinator</strong>. With Monken out, the Ravens needed a quick replacement, and the AFC North club moved fast to secure a new coach to lead Lamar Jackson and the offense.</p>



<p>Doyle previously <strong>held the same title with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chicago-bears" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chicago Bears</a></strong>. However, he will <strong>now take on play-calling duties</strong>, a responsibility he did not have in Chicago, where Ben Johnson handled that role.</p>



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<h2>Lamar Jackson could thrive under Doyle’s coaching</h2>



<p>Declan Doyle began his coaching career in 2016 at Iowa. However, it wasn’t until <strong>2019 </strong>that he made his way to the <strong>NFL</strong>, serving as an <strong>offensive assistant with the New Orleans Saints</strong>.</p>



<p>He later joined the <strong>Denver Broncos in 2023 as tight ends coach</strong> before becoming the Bears’ offensive coordinator in 2025. Although he <strong>spent just one season in Chicago</strong>, several teams showed interest in him following an impressive year working with Caleb Williams.</p>


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<p>While Doyle was <strong>not the play-caller in Chicago</strong>, the offense performed at a high level, and he was widely viewed as a <strong>key factor in Williams’ development</strong>. Now, he will be tasked with coaching <strong>another dual-threat quarterback in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lamar Jackson</a></strong>, who struggled to reach his full potential under Monken.</p>



<p>Many fans believe a fresh start is exactly what Jackson needs to take his game to the next level. With Doyle’s experience and recent success, it may only be a matter of time before the <strong>Ravens’ offense reaches the level many expect</strong>.</p>


        

        

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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/shedeur-sanders">Shedeur Sanders</a></strong> finally met Todd Monken in person, his new head coach with the Cleveland Browns. In a video posted on social media by the team, the young quarterback can be seen walking into what appears to be Monken’s office to give him a welcoming hug.</p>



<p>In a detail that has surprised many, the coach confirms to Sanders that the Baltimore Ravens tried to draft him in 2025. <em>“Hey, we tried to draft you last year for God’s sake. It’s all worked out. You remember that right? Someday we’ll get a chance to talk about that.”</em></p>



<p>Sanders can only manage to respond: <em>“Yeah. I was about to tell you.”</em> A few months ago, several reports indicated that the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Ravens</a></strong> wanted to draft Sanders, but the rookie informed them that he would turn them down because he wanted a real opportunity to be a starting quarterback, and in Baltimore he would be Lamar Jackson’s backup.</p>



<h2>Ravens wanted Shedeur Sanders</h2>



<p>Last September, Adam Schefter confirmed that the Ravens had already decided to select Shedeur Sanders in the draft. However, everything fell apart after the player did not like that option.</p>


        

        


<p><em>“It was all set. A consensus had been reached. The Baltimore Ravens were planning to select Shedeur Sanders in the fifth round with the 141st overall pick, but, when he found out, he got word back to the Ravens that he preferred not to go to a place where he would be backing up Lamar Jackson.”</em></p>



<p>On that occasion, Schefter mentioned that Sanders wanted to be in a place where he could play. Because of that, when the Ravens received that message, they decided to go in a different direction and moved on from the quarterback.</p>


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<h2>Shedeur Sanders and a new chapter with Browns</h2>



<p>In the end, Shedeur Sanders was selected by the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cleveland-browns">Browns</a></strong> with the 144th overall pick and, during 2025, he indeed got time as a starting quarterback after being behind on the depth chart to names like Joe Flacco and Dillon Gabriel.</p>



<p>However, due to Lamar Jackson’s multiple injuries, Sanders likely would have made his NFL debut earlier with the Ravens. That did not happen, and now Monken, who was the offensive coordinator in Baltimore, will have him as his possible franchise quarterback in Cleveland.</p>

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<p>Lamar Jackson could have played for the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a></strong>. The shocking theory was revealed by Nick Wright on <em>First Things First</em>, following the complicated relationship the quarterback had with his former Ravens head coach, <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh">John Harbaugh</a></strong>.</p>



<p><em>“I have on good authority that Lamar loves Tomlin and that if things had gone a different way with Baltimore’s decision whether or not to keep John Harbaugh, that Lamar had a lot of potential interest in finding a way to play for Mike Tomlin.”</em></p>



<p>In the end, the Ravens fired Harbaugh, and <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-tomlin">Mike Tomlin</a></strong> decided to step away from the Steelers. Now, both AFC North teams are still searching for their <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/steelers-could-sign-dolphins-assistant-as-next-head-coach-to-succeed-mike-tomlin">next coach</a></strong>. Nevertheless, Lamar in Pittsburgh would have been something incredible.</p>



<h2>John Harbaugh could be next Giants head coach</h2>



<p>John Harbaugh is very close to becoming the head coach of the New York Giants. Although multiple reports considered the move a done deal, there are still contractual details that have prevented everything from being official.</p>


        

        


<h2>Why did John Harbaugh leave Ravens and choose Giants?</h2>



<p>John Harbaugh left the Ravens because owner Steve Bisciotti was no longer satisfied with his work as head coach. Now, Harbaugh has decided to start fresh in another conference with a core of young players like Jaxson Dart, Malik Nabers, and Cam Skattebo.</p>


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<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/brock-purdy">Brock Purdy</a>’s postseason résumé continues to grow, and the numbers are starting to turn heads across the NFL. The San Francisco 49ers quarterback owns a <strong>5–2 playoff record,</strong> a mark that already puts him ahead of several established stars. By comparison,<strong> Lamar Jackson</strong> sits at<strong> 3–5 in the postseason</strong> after 8 seasons in the league.</p>



<p>Even more striking is the company Purdy now keeps. According to Underdog NFL, he already has as many playoff wins <strong>as Jared Goff, Joe Burrow, Philip Rivers, and Randall Cunningham, </strong>while also holding more postseason victories than Cam Newton, Joe Namath, and Matt Ryan.</p>



<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson">Jackson</a> has never had a playoff year as strong as Purdy’s. The most he has won in a single postseason<strong> with the Ravens is two games, </strong>a personal mark that has held from 2020 through 2024.</p>



<h2>Purdy surpasses Jackson in more playoff stats</h2>



<p>Purdy has played one fewer playoff game than Jackson, who has appeared in eight total, yet despite not being the dual-threat quarterback Lamar is, <strong>Purdy has thrown fewer interceptions</strong>, just three compared to Jackson’s seven.</p>



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Brock Purdy to Demarcus Robinson for 61 yards!<a href="https://t.co/ZRmEYoFoX2">pic.twitter.com/ZRmEYoFoX2</a></p>— Coach Yac 🗣 (@Coach_Yac) <a href="https://twitter.com/Coach_Yac/status/2010467960335323203?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 11, 2026</a></blockquote></div>



<p>Purdy also holds the edge in yards per pass attempt in the postseason. The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/san-francisco-49ers">49ers</a> quarterback<strong> averages 7.9, compared to 7.3 for the Ravens’ quarterback, </strong>who is now set to play under a new head coach in the 2026 season.</p>


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<p>Purdy further outpaces Jackson in longest pass thrown in a playoff game. Jackson’s<strong> longest is 54 yards, recorded in 2023, while Purdy has a 74-yard completion</strong> from his first playoff season in 2022 and added a 61-yard pass in the 2025 postseason.</p>

Brock Purdy, despite fewer NFL seasons, surpasses Lamar Jackson in a key playoff stat

Brock Purdy, despite fewer NFL seasons, surpasses Lamar Jackson in a key playoff stat - Bolavip US

<p>The decision to part ways with <strong>John Harbaugh</strong> after several years at the helm of the <strong>Baltimore Ravens</strong> places the front office under pressure to quickly find his replacement. With an extraordinary talent like <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson">Lamar Jackson</a></strong> at quarterback, an offensively-minded coach would be a strong option.</p>



<p>And that’s where <strong>the name of Mike McDaniel comes into play</strong>, who also found himself out of a job around the same time as Harbaugh. The former Miami Dolphins head coach <strong>is considered a serious candidate for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Ravens</a>’ vacancy, and a meeting is already scheduled for this week</strong>.</p>



<p>The news was confirmed by insider Tom Pelissero via his X account, who also reported that <strong>McDaniel has meetings scheduled with the Atlanta Falcons, Cleveland Browns, and Tennessee Titans</strong>, all for head coaching positions.</p>



<p>An interesting twist in this story? <strong>Dan Campbell is reportedly open to bringing <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-mcdaniel">McDaniel</a> on as the offensive coordinator for the Lions</strong>—a role he knows well and excelled in during his time with the 49ers.</p>



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<h2>How could McDaniel elevate Lamar Jackson?</h2>



<p>Mike <strong>McDaniel’s offensive brilliance could exponentially elevate Lamar Jackson’s elite talent</strong> as he chases his first Super Bowl ring. By implementing McDaniel’s signature high-speed schemes and creative spacing, Jackson could find the tactical evolution needed to transcend his current limits. This synergy promises to turn Lamar’s dual-threat ability into an unstoppable postseason force.</p>


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<h2>What’s next for John Harbaugh?</h2>



<p>As the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> coaching carousel spins, <strong>John Harbaugh has emerged as the premier candidate for teams like the Giants</strong>, who value his championship pedigree, and the Dolphins, who are eager to make a splash after parting with Mike McDaniel.</p>



<p>However, the sweepstakes could take a wild turn depending on playoff results, as <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/john-harbaugh-could-reportedly-join-josh-allen-as-head-coach-if-bills-fire-sean-mcdermott">Harbaugh could reportedly join Josh Allen’s Bills</a> if Buffalo decides to move on from Sean McDermott following this postseason.</p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lamar Jackson</a></strong> needs a new head coach. After all, <strong>John Harbaugh</strong> was fired by the <strong>Baltimore Ravens</strong>. Now, the team is interviewing a former <strong>Shedeur Sanders</strong> coach to see if he is the one to take the mantle.</p>



<p>After <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/lamar-jackson-could-get-new-hc-fast-as-ravens-completed-interview-with-possible-john-harbaugh-replacement" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">interviewing one of the hottest offensive coordinators in the NFL as a possible replacement for John Harbaugh</a>, the Ravens are keeping other candidates on their mind. Hence, <strong>they interviewed Kevin Stefanski for their head coaching vacancy.</strong></p>



<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Harbaugh</a> had a very good tenure on the Ravens, but his era was done. The team and him weren’t able to achieve the success wanted in the last couple of years and <strong>it seems like his relationship with Lamar Jackson deteriorated.</strong> Hence, it was time for a change.</p>



<h2>Stefanski is one of the best coaches available</h2>



<p><strong>A two-time Coach of the Year, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kevin-stefanski" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Stefanski</a> was trying to make miracles in Cleveland and actually succeeded twice, hence his accolades</strong>. However, this season he had to deal with a quarterback carrousel that included the highly-polarizing <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/shedeur-sanders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Shedeur Sanders</a>. Just as Harbaugh with the Ravens, Stefanski and the Browns were done with each other after this season.</p>



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<p>A brilliant offensive mind, Stefanski’s playbook is deep in developing the running game. <strong>The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ravens</a> are one of the most prolific running teams in the league thanks to Jackson and star running back Derrick Henry</strong>. Therefore, Stefanski could make this an even bigger offense. It’s a perfect fit.</p>


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<h2>Stefanski is proven in many ways</h2>



<p>While the Browns organization was a circus at times, Stefanski always rode a tight ship. At least while the front office didn’t override him. <strong>Stefanski, if signed by the Ravens, would enter a solid organization and culture</strong>. His only task would be winning football games. No distractions.</p>



<p>Stefanski has worked with adversity before. <strong>Here, he’d work with expectations</strong>. He’d also work in a division he knows very well. In the end, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cleveland-browns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Browns</a> and Ravens are AFC North foes.</p>

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Lamar Jackson's Ravens interviewed former Shedeur Sanders coach as possible replacement for John Harbaugh - Bolavip US

<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baltimore Ravens</a></strong> are focused on getting the right head coach for <strong>Lamar Jackson</strong>. After firing <strong>John Harbaugh</strong>, the team went ahead and interviewed one of the most sought out offensive coordinators in the <strong>NFL</strong>. </p>



<p>The Ravens will try to get an offensive-minded coach, although not an imperative factor. Still, <strong>the team completed an interview with Seahawks OC Klint Kubiak</strong>. He’s guided the Seahawks to have a top three scoring offense in the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season.</p>



<p><strong>He also loves to implement a good running game</strong>. Without having guys like Derrick Henry or <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lamar Jackson</a>, the Seahawks were borderline a top 10 running offense and also had the eighth-best passing offense. </p>



<h2>The focus is offense, but defensive minds are also getting interviewed</h2>



<p>Since Mike Macdonald left to become the Seahawks head coach, the Ravens have also suffered quite a bit on the defensive side, regardless of how good the roster is. Hence, it’s not shocking to see they are also scheduled to interview some defensive-minded coaches.</p>



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<p>For instance, they are interviewing Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores. <strong>The Ravens are also looking at people with experience to replace <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">John Harbaugh</a></strong>. <strong> </strong>Hence their scheduled interview with Chiefs OC Matt Nagy also making a lot of sense.</p>


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<h2>The Ravens have a lot of leverage</h2>



<p>It’s not every day that a team with such a loaded roster has a HC vacancy. <strong>Even more rare to see that said team has a two-time MVP quarterback in the middle of his prime.</strong> Lamar Jackson is the shiniest object possible this offseason. Therefore, the Ravens have big leverage in giving the coacches a chance to win immediately. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/john-harbaugh-sets-the-record-straight-on-dolphins-ny-giants-head-coaching-interest-after-ravens-exit" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">John Harbaugh set the record straight on his future</a>, and the Ravens are trying to get his replacement as soon as possible.</p>


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<p>John Harbaugh was fired by the Baltimore Ravens in a decision that has surprised the entire NFL. Despite having won a <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a></strong> for the franchise and managing to keep the team as a playoff contender for 18 years, the elimination against the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a></strong> made the situation untenable.</p>



<p>The turn of events is dramatic, as Harbaugh was one Tyler Loop–made field goal away from reaching the playoffs as AFC North champion and with the possibility of hosting a game in the wild-card round of the postseason. Just a few inches changed his fate in a matter of hours.</p>



<p>At the moment, the big question is whether there was truly a breakdown in the relationship with <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson">Lamar Jackson</a></strong> and whether that was the key factor that forced owner Steve Bisciotti to choose between the historic coach and his star quarterback.</p>



<h2>Why did Baltimore Ravens fire John Harbaugh?</h2>



<p>The Baltimore Ravens reportedly fired John Harbaugh because the head coach lost the locker room during the 2025 season. This was confirmed by Ian Rapoport in a report explaining the reasons behind the decision by the team’s ownership.</p>



<p><em>“A dramatic decision. It did seem like John Harbaugh himself was surprised. He felt he was in good standing and wanted to run it back with his current staff. As far as why John Harbaugh is out, among the reasons is not just they didn’t go far enough in the playoffs. My understanding after talking to several sources involved is that simply Harbaugh lost the locker room.”</em></p>



<p>In a surprising revelation, the players no longer trusted their head coach in the final stretch of the season. <em>“At the end, players just simply had doubts about whether or nor they wanted to play for him as their head coach. The opinions of players were valued here. They were listened. It went to all levels and it’s not just Lamar Jackson. It started with Harbaugh and Lamar not being on the same page and it continued throughout the locker room. Maybe not a 100 per cent, but more than enough for the Baltimore Ravens to move on.”</em></p>

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<p>Several changes are unfolding for the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baltimore Ravens</a></strong>, and now <strong>Lamar Jackson</strong> could be at risk of <strong>losing a key coach</strong>—one who may remain in the AFC North to lead <strong>Shedeur Sanders and the Cleveland Browns</strong>.</p>



<p>Following their elimination from the 2025 NFL season, the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/ravens-fire-john-harbaugh-his-record-in-baltimore-and-potential-landing-spots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ravens made the decision to fire head coach John Harbaugh</a></strong>. However, he may not be the only coach Baltimore loses this offseason.</p>



<p>According to Ian Rapoport, the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cleveland-browns" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cleveland Browns</a> have requested an interview with Todd Monken</strong> for their head coaching position. Monken has served as the <strong>Ravens’ offensive coordinator since 2023</strong> and has played a significant role in Lamar Jackson’s development.</p>



<h2>A ripple effect in Baltimore</h2>



<p>On Tuesday, the Ravens officially announced the departure of John Harbaugh. As often happens in these situations, <strong>changes to the coaching staff are expected to follow</strong>. While some assistants could remain, others may leave to join new organizations rather than follow Harbaugh to his next destination.</p>



<p>Todd Monken has been a <strong>highly sought-after head coaching candidate</strong> in recent years. According to Rapoport, he <strong>received multiple interview requests</strong> last offseason, and he is expected to draw even more interest this time around.</p>



<p>With Harbaugh out, the <strong>timing may be ideal for Monken to pursue a head coaching opportunity</strong>. A new head coach in Baltimore would likely bring in his own staff, and Monken could secure a more prominent role by leaving the organization now.</p>


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<h2>Could Todd Monken take over as the Ravens’ head coach?</h2>



<p>Another possibility following John Harbaugh’s departure is that the Ravens choose to <strong>promote Todd Monken to head coach</strong>. However, there are no rumors about it as of today.</p>



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<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Sources: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ravens?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ravens</a> OC Todd Monken has received a request to be interviewed for the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Browns?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Browns</a> HC job. He received multiple requests last year and should again. <a href="https://t.co/bC82ynigTg">pic.twitter.com/bC82ynigTg</a></p>— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) <a href="https://twitter.com/RapSheet/status/2008639040786993453?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 6, 2026</a></blockquote></div><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<p>Monken has <strong>worked closely with Lamar Jackson since 2023</strong> and has a deep understanding of how to <strong>maximize the quarterback’s strengths</strong>. For that reason, Baltimore could opt for this safer approach, maintaining continuity and avoiding a drastic shift that could further impact their franchise quarterback.</p>


        

        

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<p>A harsh defeat brought an end to the <strong>Baltimore Ravens</strong>’ hopes of securing the final playoff spot. <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson">Lamar Jackson</a></strong> finished the game completely stunned, watching as the final kick veered wide to the right.</p>



<p><strong>“<em>Definitely. Definitely stunned,”</em></strong> Jackson said, via the <em>team’s official transcript. “I thought we had it in the bag. I thought we had it in the bag. I don’t know what else we can do.”</em></p>



<p>His words were followed by questions from reporters, who <strong>began to wonder about the quarterback’s future with the franchise moving forward</strong>. Clearly, though, Jackson couldn’t take his focus off the one concern that mattered most in that moment.</p>



<p><em>“We just lost a game — a divisional game — a game to put us in the playoffs,”</em> he said when asked if he feels like he’ll remain a Raven next season. <em>“<strong>I’m not even thinking about that right now</strong>, to be honest with you. I’m still caught up in what just happened. That’s not my focus right now.”</em></p>



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<p><em>“You’re asking me about next year,”</em> Lamar also added. <em>“I’m so caught up in what just happened tonight. I can’t focus on that right now, I just told you. Like he asked me, ‘Are you stunned?’ <strong>I’m stunned right now, and I’m still trying to process what’s going on. </strong>I know we lost, but what the … you know?”</em></p>



<h2>The kick that could have changed Baltimore’s fate</h2>


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<p>The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens">Baltimore Ravens</a>’ postseason dreams came to <strong>a heartbreaking end after kicker Tyler Loop missed a potential game-winning field goal</strong>, resulting in a 26–24 loss to the Steelers. This critical failure left the team on the outside of the playoff picture, prompting a wave of frustration across the locker room.</p>



<p>In the aftermath, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/lamar-jackson-one-word-reaction-to-game-deciding-play-in-ravens-vs-steelers">Lamar Jackson dropped a one-word reaction to game-deciding play</a>, simply posting <em>“SMFH”</em> on social media to express his disappointment with the season-ending outcome.</p>

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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baltimore-ravens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Baltimore Ravens</a></strong> season came to a crashing end as Tyler Loop missed a 44-yard field goal in the dying seconds of Week 18 game against the <strong>Pittsburgh Steelers</strong>. This meant the team lost by two points and is now eliminated from playoff contention. After the game, quarterback <strong>Lamar Jackson</strong> had just one word on his mind.</p>



<p>Former NFL defensive back, now analyst, Jason McCourty posted on X about how the Steelers should’ve been flagged for leveraging. <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lamar-jackson" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lamar Jackson</a> saw the post and reacted saying “<em>SMFH</em>.” </strong>In English, that means “<em>shaking my f—— head</em>.” Hence, disapproving the fact that the referees didn’t throw flag on the plays.</p>



<p>The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Steelers</a> won the game by two points, which meant they won the AFC North and secured a playoff berth. <strong>This conversely meant the Ravens season had a premature end.</strong> Jackson was apparently not having it.</p>



<h2>Should it have been a flag?</h2>



<p>There is a case for it to be considered leveraging. Still, <strong>the field goal missed by a large margin and it wasn’t deflected</strong>. Therefore, the Ravens shouldn’t be blaming the referees for not going to the playoffs. Still, one must wonder what would’ve happened if Loop was given another try on a shorter field goal.</p>



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<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><p lang="ht" dir="ltr">Smfh <a href="https://t.co/5rT5zJiPPS">https://t.co/5rT5zJiPPS</a></p>— Lamar Jackson (@Lj_era8) <a href="https://twitter.com/Lj_era8/status/2008059376071000366?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 5, 2026</a></blockquote></div><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<p>Lamar Jackson spoke on Tyler Loop’s missed field goal. <em>“<strong>I talked to him during the game because I was kind of livid at him when he kicked the ball out of bounds</strong>. But I told him ‘you know I’m just hyped based on emotions of the game right now.’ I felt like it was gonna come down to him winning the game for us at the end. Just how the game was going. <strong>He’s a rookie. It’s all good. Just leave it in the past, man</strong>.”</em></p>


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<h2>The Ravens must make changes</h2>



<p>Having a two-time MVP as quarterback, and a future Hall of Famer as running back at the peak of their powers should make for a Super Bowl contender, not for a team without playoffs. <strong>This makes the end of season all the more disappointing</strong>.</p>



<p><strong>Much has been said about the future of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/john-harbaugh" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">John Harbaugh</a> as the head coach of the team.</strong> His tenure might have come to a definitive end. Also, rumors about his broken relationship with Jackson have flourished quite a lot recently. Eyes must be put on the Ravens, as big changes might be coming.</p>

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<p>The Baltimore Ravens began the 2025 season as <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a></strong> favorites, but very early in the schedule the outlook turned uphill with a 1–5 record. At that point, the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a></strong> seemed to have total control of the AFC North.</p>



<p>However, when Lamar Jackson finally recovered from a hamstring injury and the Steelers showed signs of weakness, the Ravens regained the division lead thanks to five consecutive wins.</p>



<p>The problem was that after that strong run, they lost three of their next four games. The positive side is that they responded in a must-win matchup against the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/green-bay-packers">Green Bay Packers</a></strong> on the road and without Jackson. That, along with an unexpected Steelers loss in Cleveland, opened the door to the playoffs for them.</p>



<h2>What happens if Ravens lose today vs Steelers?</h2>



<p>If the Ravens lose today to the Steelers, they will be officially eliminated with an 8-9 record. In this scenario, the Pittsburgh Steelers would be AFC North champions, and John Harbaugh’s future as head coach could be in jeopardy.</p>


        

        


<h2>What happens if Ravens beat Steelers today?</h2>



<p>If the Ravens beat the Steelers today, then they would win the AFC North and clinch the No. 4 seed. That would give them a home game in the wild card round, where they would host the Houston Texans. Pittsburgh would be eliminated in this scenario.</p>


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<h2>Are the Ravens out of the playoffs if they lose to Steelers?</h2>



<p>Yes. The Ravens would be eliminated from the playoffs with a loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. It is important to mention that their only path to the postseason is by winning the division, since they can no longer catch the Texans, Chargers, or Bills in the wild card race.</p>

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<p>Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens have one last chance to win the AFC North when they visit the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a></strong> in Week 18. A victory on the road would give them a playoff berth despite a 2025 season full of ups and downs.</p>



<p>The Ravens started the year with a 1-5 record, but when Jackson recovered from a hamstring injury, they put together a tremendous comeback with five consecutive wins that made them favorites in the AFC.</p>



<p>However, inconsistency came back. The Baltimore Ravens lost three of their next five games, jeopardizing their <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a></strong> hopes. Additionally, in Week 16, Jackson injured his back, and many thought that was the end of the road. Tyler Huntley led a surprising win against the Packers, keeping their playoff chances alive.</p>



<h2>Is Lamar Jackson playing today for Ravens vs Steelers?</h2>



<p>Yes. Lamar Jackson will play for the Ravens against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 18. Despite his back issues, the quarterback confirmed that he will not miss the pivotal game. <em>“100%. I’m gonna be out there.”</em></p>


        

        


<h2>Who is Ravens backup quarterback?</h2>



<p>Tyler Huntley is the Ravens’ backup quarterback and has done a good job in that role when Lamar Jackson has been absent. Last week, the offense looked impressive with him at the helm in the win over Green Bay.</p>


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<h2>Can the Ravens win the AFC North?</h2>



<p>Yes. The Ravens can win the AFC North with a victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 18. That would give them a playoff berth as the No. 4 seed in the conference.</p>

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