Baltimore Ravens new offensive coordinator Declan Doyle expressed strong expectations for voluntary OTAs attendance as the team prepares for the 2026 season. During his introductory news conference, Doyle emphasized that championship-level goals require consistent work and collaboration, suggesting that all players should participate in the offseason program beginning April 6.

Doyle, who served as Chicago Bears offensive coordinator last season but didn't call plays, has already connected with two-time MVP Lamar Jackson through video calls and text messages. The coordinator praised Jackson's growth mindset and eagerness to improve, noting the quarterback's willingness to listen and learn despite already playing at an elite level. This marks Doyle's first opportunity to be an offensive playcaller in the NFL.

The Ravens face a critical offseason with Jackson's $74.5 million salary cap number creating urgency for a contract extension before free agency begins in mid-March. Doyle envisions a "higher ceiling" for Jackson's game, focusing on improving initial play execution while maintaining the improvisational skills that have made the quarterback one of the NFL's most dynamic players. The coordinator's success in developing Jackson could determine Baltimore's offensive trajectory for years to come.