NFL News: Ravens Coach Brian Billick Fired

by Bodog Beat News Ticker  |  December 31st, 2007

Brian Billick

The Ravens have let coach Brian Billick go after nine seasons. (AP Images)

 

The Baltimore Ravens have fired coach Brian Billick.

"I just changed my mind," owner Steve Bisciotti told The Baltimore Sun on Monday. "I can't explain it to you. It's the toughest decision I've had to make."

Despite Billick being considered an offensive genius and the inclusion of Pro Bowl QB Steve McNair and running back Willis McGahee, the Ravens still seemed to struggle on offense this season.

Billick led the Ravens to a Super Bowl in 2000, but much of that was due to a dominant defense. They've reached the playoffs once since their Super Bowl season. Billick was brought in to help the offense but in his nine-year tenure they've remained the worst in many offensive categories.

The last straw was a 2007 record of 5-11.

"I'm not saying I agree with it," kicker Matt Stover said, "but sometimes things have to change."

 

 
 
 

 

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