Instant analysis of Ravens agreeing to a 3-year contract extension with John Harbaugh

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Mar 29, 2025 - 04:00
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Instant analysis of Ravens agreeing to a 3-year contract extension with John Harbaugh

The Ravens have a set way of handling business, and with head coach John Harbaugh entering the final year of his contract, a move had to be made. Looking to maintain continuity with their storied franchise, the Baltimore Ravens announced that they've agreed to a three-year contract extension with Head Coach John Harbaugh.

There was some talk of Harbaugh being on the hot seat after the Ravens lost in the divisional round to the Bills last year and the AFC Championship Game to the Chiefs the year before. The contract shows that owner Steve Bisciotti has a belief that Harbaugh can get the Ravens over the hump in the AFC playoffs and win another Super Bowl.

With the move complete, here's an instant analysis of the deal.

Jan 11, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh looks on after defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers in an AFC wild card game at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Harbaugh is the ultimate winner

John Harbaugh's record as the Ravens' head coach is 185-115 (regular season and playoffs). The Super Bowl-winning head coach has led the team to the playoffs in six of the past seven years.

Jan 19, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh takes the field before the game against the Buffalo Bills in a 2025 AFC divisional round game at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

Ravens maintain continuity

Harbaugh had one year remaining on his deal, and with the extension, he's under contract in Baltimore through the 2028 season.

Jan 11, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh celebrates with running back Derrick Henry (22) after defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers in an AFC wild card game at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Old guard reigns supreme

While most of the NFL has transitioned towards hiring younger coaches, Baltimore is standing pat with Harbaugh. Harbaugh has spent the past 17 seasons in Baltimore and, if he finishes this contract, will have been with the franchise for over 20 years.

This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Analysis of Ravens agreeing to contract extension with John Harbaugh

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