In a move that could reshape the future of their franchise, the Baltimore Ravens are set to conduct an interview with Darren Rizzi, who currently serves as the special teams coach for the Denver Broncos. This development was reported by Mike Klis from 9News.
Rizzi is no stranger to the interview process; he previously had a conversation with the New York Giants before they ultimately decided to hire John Harbaugh, the Ravens’ long-time head coach.
The Ravens are now on the lookout for a new head coach to fill the position left vacant by Harbaugh, who has spent an impressive 18 seasons leading the team and has a background as a special teams coach himself.
Although this is Rizzi's inaugural season with the Broncos, he brings with him valuable experience from his time working alongside Sean Payton in New Orleans. Notably, Rizzi stayed on the Saints' coaching staff after Dennis Allen took over as head coach following Payton's departure.
During the 2024 season, Rizzi stepped up as the interim head coach when Allen was dismissed, finishing that stint with a record of 3 wins and 5 losses.
Before joining the Broncos, Rizzi spent nearly a decade with the Miami Dolphins, where he established himself as a respected special teams coordinator from 2009 to 2018.
As the Ravens explore their coaching options, the decision to consider Rizzi raises intriguing questions about the direction of the franchise. Could Rizzi's experience in special teams provide a fresh perspective that the Ravens need? And what does this mean for the future of other candidates in the running? Share your thoughts below—do you think Rizzi is the right fit for Baltimore, or should they seek someone with a different background?
