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If you haven't noticed, we live in an age run in part by social media and information. That has its obvious advantages. Anonymous threats aside, news travels faster now than ever. It isn't enough to know that the Baltimore Ravens fired John Harbaugh. People want to know why he was fired. Hours later, the announcement is equal parts surprising and expected.
There isn't only one reason for his dismissal. Reports say John Harbaugh and Steve Bisciotti's conversation lasted hours. It included Bisciotti's request that his head coach move on from offensive coordinator Todd Monken. Harbaugh seemed to have no interest in doing that. Since that report surfaced, others have emerged, including that Harbaugh lost the locker room.
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In a twist, we have also learned that players learned of Harbaugh's firing via social media. This is just getting started. The ripple effects of this decision will continue until a new head coach is hired.
Todd Monken and Zach Orr are also more than likely on their way out, too.
It's impossible to move on from Harbaugh and not feel something. As we move further away from this divorce, Harbaugh supporters will only grow deeper in their affection.
Those who were frustrated with his performance will no doubt see those fond memories return. He's going to be okay. There's no reason to weep for him. It sounds like other opportunities are already pouring in if he elects to accept one.
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Meanwhile, in Baltimore, a new head coach is needed for the first time since January 19, 2008. There are many worthy candidates, and we all know what that means for, at minimum, the top assistants on the coaching roster.
If the Ravens' leadership structure didn't want Monken to stay before Harbaugh's dismissal, it seems less likely that he'll be asked to hang around now. Any new head coach will want to, more than likely, bring in his own staff, which probably also means defensive coordinator Zach Orr will be leaving as well.
Both had their strengths. Both also came with their challenges. Neither wanted to do anything less than help transform the Ravens into a consistent winner. If this is the end of their run, consider this our tip of the cap. Hopefully, they land on their feet with new opportunities as well.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Signs point to the end for the Baltimore Ravens’ top coordinators
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