Eric DeCosta hints at a major change for the Ravens' offense

TL;DR

The Ravens may shift from a fullback-heavy offense to utilizing three or four tight ends, as indicated by Eric DeCosta's recent comments. This change reflects discussions with the new coaching staff about evolving their offensive strategy.

Key points

Ravens traditionally use a fullback-heavy offense
Eric DeCosta hints at a shift to tight end usage
New coaching staff influences roster construction
Offensive strategy may evolve significantly

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The Ravens have long been known as one of the NFL’s few remaining fullback-heavy offenses, but that could be changing this season. While joining Bruce Cunningham and former Raven and Super Bowl Champion Femi Ayanbadejo on 105.7 The Fan, Eric DeCosta explained how conversations with Baltimore’s new coaching staff are already shaping roster construction and offensive philosophy.

“We’ve always been a fullback team, one of a few fullback teams. And in talking to Declan, even during the interview process, it was apparent that we weren’t gonna be a fullback team. We were gonna probably be a three or four tight end team instead.”

The comments provide one of the clearest indications yet that Baltimore's offense may evolve significantly under the new staff. The Ravens still value physical football, but their personnel usage and formations could look much different moving forward.

This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Ravens could lean heavily on tight ends in 2026 on offense

Q&A

What changes are expected in the Ravens' offensive strategy for 2026?

The Ravens are expected to move away from a fullback-heavy offense and potentially adopt a strategy that focuses on using three or four tight ends.

Who is influencing the Ravens' new offensive philosophy?

Eric DeCosta mentioned that conversations with Baltimore's new coaching staff, particularly with Declan Doyle, are shaping the team's offensive philosophy.