Steve Bisciotti: My instincts told me this was the time to fire John Harbaugh

Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti decided to fire head coach John Harbaugh following a season-opening loss to the Steelers. The decision was considered long before the missed 44-yard field goal by Tyler Loop, which would have secured the AFC North title for the Ravens. Bisciotti mentioned that Harbaugh’s position would have been extended by only one week had the field goal been successful. Discussions with key players, including quarterback Lamar Jackson, revealed a need for changes despite no personal issues with Harbaugh or offensive coordinator Todd Monken. Bisciotti cited the team's pattern of losing fourth-quarter leads and underperformance in the playoffs as reasons for the decision. Despite Jackson's 86 regular-season wins and two MVP awards since 2018, the Ravens have not reached the Super Bowl with him as the quarterback. Bisciotti emphasized his decision was based on instinct and a lack of anticipated regret.