What happened: Faulkner said Tomlin had spoken with Baltimore coach Jesse Minter before sharing the hiring decision. The running backs coach joined Baltimore after seven seasons in his previous NFL post.
Why it matters: The move kept Faulkner in the AFC North, bringing divisional familiarity to Baltimore. It also placed him on Minter’s first Ravens staff.
By the numbers: Faulkner held his previous NFL post from 2019 through 2025. The 2026 season is his eighth in the league.
What to watch: Baltimore’s preseason will offer the first game look at Faulkner’s work with the backfield.