Jesse Minter Becomes Ravens Coach as Heisman Winner Mendoza Joins Draft

Jesse Minter accepted the head coaching role for the Baltimore Ravens as Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza officially declared for the professional draft.The National Football League post-season moved into its final stages with the New England Patriots, Denver Broncos, Seattle Seahawks, and Los Angeles Rams securing spots in the conference championships.These developments occurred while USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley began pursuing Gary Patterson to lead a defense that struggled throughout the recent Big Ten schedule.