The Baltimore Ravens are expected to bring back Anthony Weaver as their next defensive coordinator, according to sources familiar with the situation. Weaver, who has previous coaching experience with the Ravens, would take over the position following the departure of former defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald.
Weaver is currently completing his tenure as defensive line coach and assistant head coach with the Houston Texans. A former NFL defensive lineman, Weaver began his coaching career in 2010 and has steadily progressed through various roles across the league, including stints with the Buffalo Bills, Cleveland Browns, and New York Jets before joining the Texans.
His familiarity with the Ravens organization stems from his time in Baltimore as both a player and a coach. He was originally drafted by the Ravens in 2002 and later returned to the team in a coaching capacity earlier in his career. That background, along with his reputation for building strong defensive fronts, makes him a logical fit for the position.
The Ravens, known for their defensive identity, are looking to maintain continuity and build upon a unit that performed well during the past season. Weaver’s track record in player development and schematic flexibility could help Baltimore sustain high performance on that side of the ball.
Though no formal announcement has been made by the Ravens, multiple league sources indicate that the hire is expected to be finalized soon. The role opened when Mike Macdonald was named head coach of the Seattle Seahawks, leaving Baltimore searching for a new defensive leader.
In his most recent role with the Texans, Weaver contributed to the team’s resurgence under head coach DeMeco Ryans, helping to develop a young and improving defense. By returning to Baltimore, Weaver would reunite with a franchise where he began his playing and early coaching career, now stepping in to oversee the entire defensive unit.
Further details, including the terms of Weaver’s contract or other staff changes, have not been disclosed.
