Although Weaver will hold the title of defensive coordinator, new Ravens head coach Jesse Minter indicated in his introductory news conference last week that he would call the defensive plays for Baltimore. Last month, along with Minter and then-Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady, Weaver was among the finalists to interview for the Ravens' head coach opening. Weaver also interviewed for four other head coach vacancies this offseason: the Atlanta Falcons, Arizona Cardinals, Buffalo Bills and Pittsburgh Steelers.
With defensive coordinator Daronte Jones looking to shake things up schematically, Washington Commanders fans are expecting significant personnel changes. After how things have unfolded for this unit in recent years, this approach is drastically needed. Everyone is on edge. It's an uncertain time, but Jones' vision is clear. He wants the Commanders' defense to be fundamentally sound, aggressive, and creative. Those not pulling their weight as preparations for the 2026 campaign gather pace will be found out pretty quickly.