In a development that has caught the NFL and college football communities off guard, former Super Bowl-winning head coach Brian Billick—now a senior advisor with the Arizona State Sun Devils football program—has sent a bold and unexpected message to current Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh.
Sources close to both parties confirm that Billick, who led the Ravens from 1999 to 2007 and secured the franchise’s first Super Bowl title in 2000, reached out to Harbaugh in what is being described as a “direct and critical” communication. The content of the message has not been officially disclosed, but early reports suggest it concerns the current direction of the Ravens offense and its handling of key personnel decisions.
A Rift Between Ravens Legends?
The timing of Billick’s message is particularly surprising, as it follows a turbulent offseason for the Ravens, which included the controversial departure of several veteran coaches and questions surrounding Lamar Jackson’s future role in a restructured offense. Some insiders speculate that Billick, known for his offensive mind and unfiltered commentary, was compelled to speak out amid what he views as strategic missteps by Harbaugh and his staff.
“This isn’t about bitterness or old rivalries,” one unnamed ASU source told a local sports outlet. “Coach Billick still cares deeply about the Ravens organization. But he’s not shy about calling things as he sees them.”
Billick’s New Role and Renewed Voice
Since joining Arizona State’s football program in an advisory capacity in early 2022, Billick has stayed relatively quiet on NFL matters, choosing instead to focus on mentoring young coaches and shaping the Sun Devils’ long-term strategy. However, his deep ties to the NFL—particularly to the Ravens—remain strong, and today’s revelation underscores just how invested he still is in Baltimore’s football legacy.
Harbaugh Yet to Respond
As of this writing, Ravens head coach John Harbaugh has not publicly responded to Billick’s message. Team representatives have declined to comment, fueling speculation that the internal conversations may be more serious than initially believed.
Fans and analysts alike are now watching closely to see whether this message sparks a larger conversation about the Ravens’ current trajectory—and whether Billick will continue to weigh in on the franchise he once led to glory.
