"Without that organization giving me an opportunity at about this same time last year, I probably wouldn't be here today," Kubiak said. "It was a wonderful experience. … I really can't explain the value of last year for me as a coach. Being around John Harbaugh, being around that organization, being around Ozzie Newsome, and watching them go about their business, how they go about being successful week in and week out. I take all that as I move forward. I know that I'm a lot better coach now than I was when I left."