The Ringer NFL Show John Harbaugh Fired! Who Replaces Him, And Where Does He Land Next?
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Jan 7, 2026 
Diante Lee, an NFL analyst for The Ringer, shares insights on the surprising firing of John Harbaugh from the Ravens. He explains the decision as overdue due to a stale team identity and roster issues. The conversation delves into potential coaching candidates like Brian Flores and Jesse Minter, highlighting the Ravens' attractiveness as a job because of Lamar Jackson's presence. They also discuss where Harbaugh might land next, suggesting the Giants and Falcons as promising fits for his coaching future.
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Staleness Ended A Long Run
- Diante Lee and Sheil Kapadia argue John Harbaugh's tenure felt stale and repetitive, signaling it had run its course in Baltimore.
- They say systemic roster and schematic problems, not just one event, justified a change.
Blame Isn’t Just The Coach’s
- Sheil points out roster construction is largely the GM's responsibility, complicating how to assign blame for setbacks.
- Both hosts note long tenures naturally demand change even when coaches remain competent.
Time To Modernize Baltimore’s Approach
- Diante says the Ravens must modernize roster-building and be more aggressive in free agency and draft risk-taking.
- He frames the firing as a wake-up call to update Baltimore's operating model for this decade.