Todd Monken says he "didn't coach Lamar Jackson well enough"

Todd Monken says he "didn't coach Lamar Jackson well enough"

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Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken is expected to leave the team following the departure of head coach John Harbaugh. Monken, speaking on The Ryan Ripken Show, acknowledged his shortcomings in coaching quarterback Lamar Jackson, stating he could have developed a better relationship and done more to win games. Despite this, Monken emphasized there were no issues between him and Jackson, who won his second NFL MVP award in their first year together. Monken also defended Harbaugh, denying any locker room discord. Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti has decided to make changes in the coaching staff, and the new hires will need to maximize Jackson's potential, should he remain with the team.

Originally by https://www.nbcsports.com/author/mike-florioon January 9, 2026
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