Ravens coach Dwayne Ledford plans to increase Derrick Henry's carries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 2:16 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry will see changes in his role for the 2026 NFL season. New run-game coordinator and offensive line coach Dwayne Ledford aims to enhance Henry's workload, focusing on a more cohesive offensive scheme. The Ravens, who finished the 2025 season with the second-most rushing yards in the league, seek to bolster their ground game. With Ledford's experience and the addition of offensive coordinator Declan Doyle, the team anticipates a stronger rushing attack. The Ravens are planning to implement a stretch-style run offense while leaning on an improved offensive line of young talent.
- •Dwayne Ledford becomes Ravens' run-game coordinator and offensive line coach.
- •Team finished 2025 with 156.6 rushing yards per game, ranking second in NFL.
- •Ledford aims to optimize Derrick Henry's role in the run game.
- •Ravens targeted excellence with new staffing to improve cohesion.
- •Expect more practical run-schemes and strategic play-calling.
- 2:16 PMYahoo Sports — Ravens O-line coach Dwayne Ledford will optimize HB Derrick Henry
"Baltimore Ravens run-game coordinator and offensive line coach Dwayne Ledford knows his running back Derrick Henry has the potential to be unstoppable
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