Fire Chad Steele
We fired John Harbaugh; now his lap dog must go too.
Why Fire Chad Steele?
Chad Steele did not just enable John Harbaugh’s leadership; he weaponized his position to crush independent scrutiny and protect the status quo. Steele engineered the removal of long-standing press credentials from veteran local media members, including Nestor Aparicio, effectively punishing voices that challenged the organization instead of engaging with their questions. By banning credentialed journalists and press members who pushed back against the narrative, Steele made it clear that dissent would not be tolerated and that accountability and transparency were secondary to shielding leadership from uncomfortable truths. His actions did not defend the franchise’s reputation; they silenced critics and undermined the core principles of open media access.
Abuse of Power and Media Retaliation
Chad Steele’s tenure represents a clear example of institutional overreach used to punish critics rather than uphold professional standards.
Instead of protecting fair access to media and encouraging open discourse, he chose to retaliate against journalists who asked uncomfortable questions and refused to fall in line. Longstanding members of the local press were stripped of credentials not for misconduct, but for challenging leadership and refusing to act as promotional mouthpieces.
This was not about enforcing policy. It was about control. By selectively removing access, Steele sent a message that coverage would be rewarded only if it was compliant. Independent voices were marginalized, credibility was sacrificed, and the line between public relations and censorship was erased. The result was a chilling effect on media integrity and a precedent that criticism would be met with exclusion, not answers.
How to Get Involved
If you believe leadership should be held accountable for suppressing press access and silencing independent media, you can make your voice heard. Transparency and integrity only change when stakeholders speak up.
We encourage concerned fans, journalists, sponsors, and community members to respectfully contact organizational leadership and demand a full review of Chad Steele’s actions and his continued role.
1. Send a clear, professional message Ask for accountability, transparency, and leadership changes. Keep your message factual, firm, and respectful.
2. Contact key decision makers Use the following publicly available or organizational email addresses:
- media@baltimoreravens.com
- info@baltimoreravens.com
- feedback@nfl.com
- mediarelations@nfl.com
You may also copy major sponsors and league offices to ensure visibility.
3. State your position clearly Request:
- An independent review of media credential revocations
- Public clarification of press access policies
- Immediate removal of Chad Steele from his role pending review
4. Share responsibly Discuss the issue publicly, but do so with facts, sources, and professionalism. Accountability is strongest when it is credible.
