When Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken isn't drawing up innovative plays, he's fielding head coaching interviews from seemingly every team with an opening.. Baltimore’s offensive coordinator went under fire at a press conference this week, fielding questions all over the map—but mostly about his head coaching interviews.
Monken has turned a talented unit into an offensive powerhouse in his second season with the Ravens. Under his guidance, Lamar Jackson is delivering another MVP-caliber campaign, Derrick Henry has reclaimed his throne as an unstoppable force, and seemingly every offensive player is thriving.
Yet Monken’s humility and team-first mentality shone through when asked about head-coaching interest from other teams.
“First of all, when anybody puts in a request, it's really a compliment to the organization, our staff, and our players,” Monken said, quickly deflecting attention away from himself. “That's really what it is. You can't do it without really good players, really good staff, a great organization, and an unbelievable head coach, but there's nothing about that that factors in right now, other than beating the Steelers.”
That focus on the task at hand, combined with his knack for elevating talent, makes it clear: Monken isn’t just a great OC—he’s absolutely head coach material.
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Monken’s press conference wasn’t just a masterclass in media handling; it was a window into why he’s such a coveted coaching candidate. His responses highlighted a balance of humility, accountability, and leadership—qualities any front office would want in their next head coach.
But for Ravens fans, the idea of losing Monken is a tough pill to swallow. His offensive system has unlocked levels of efficiency that Baltimore hasn’t seen in years. The Ravens became the first team in NFL history to eclipse 4,000 passing yards and 3,000 rushing yards in a single season, a feat that reflects Monken’s adaptability and innovative mindset.
Monken’s emphasis on collaboration stood out when discussing game-planning, crediting his staff and players for the team’s success. That ability to build trust and empower those around him is a hallmark of great head coaches.
Yet Monken’s resume goes beyond his leadership qualities. His track record speaks volumes: two national championships at Georgia, success as an NFL coordinator with multiple teams, and now the architect of an offense that balances explosiveness and efficiency. It’s no wonder franchises like the Chicago Bears, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Las Vegas Raiders have requested interviews.
Still, Monken made it clear his focus remains on Baltimore’s playoff push. “It doesn't say anything about me,” he said. “It says about who we have – who we have inside the building – and what matters most is Saturday. I promise you that.”
While Monken’s ascension to a head-coaching role seems inevitable, his departure would leave a void in Baltimore. The Ravens’ offense has flourished under his guidance, with Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry thriving in Monken’s system. Losing him would force the Ravens to find a replacement capable of maintaining their momentum—and that’s no easy task.
Baltimore has long been one of the NFL’s best-run franchises, a team that excels at developing talent both on and off the field. But even for a team as well-managed as the Ravens, losing a coach of Monken’s caliber could disrupt their trajectory.
For now, though, Monken remains laser-focused on the Ravens’ Super Bowl dreams. “We're getting to the point [where] we're playing our best football on both sides of the ball, and that's where you want to be. That's where we're at right now. Now, we have to carry that over to Saturday,” he said. And that’s exactly the mindset that makes him a future NFL head coach.