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2025 Baltimore Ravens pre-draft, top-30 visit tracker

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A full list of Baltimore Ravens’ pre-draft visits for the 2025 NFL Draft.

A key part of the NFL Draft evaluating process for franchises are the visits. The Baltimore Ravens have frequently expressed how character is a key factor in their scouting process and how they want to know who the player is both on and off the field. The way they conduct these is through meetings with players at the NFL Scouting Combine or a “top 30 visit.”

Teams are allowed up to 30 in-house visits with prospects, be them a time to speak with players, get to know them and conduct permitted medical evaluations. They are not on-field workouts, as football work is strictly forbidden by the NFL.

This year, Baltimore Beatdown is doing their best to track all Top 30 visits and any unique visits or information. Not included will be Pro Day visits and/or NFL Combine visits. Often times, though, they get blended together and it’s not always clear which visits will be a Top 30, local visit or Pro Day visit.

Baltimore Ravens Top 30, pre-draft visits​

1. Ashton Jenty (Boise State) [R. Fowler] [Feb. 25]
2. OT Anthony Belton (N.C. State) [Downey] [March 1]
3. WR Efton Chism (Eastern Washington) [Pauline] [March 25]
4. OT Charles Grant (William & Mary) [Melo] [March 26]
5. DT Shemar Turner (Texas A&M) [MLFootball] [April 2]
6. DE Oluwafemi Oladejo (UCLA) [Wilson] [April 6]
7. EDGE Shemar Stewart (Texas A&M) [R. Fowler] [April 7]
8. OL Carson Vinson (Alabama A&M) [Yates] [April 7]
9. OL Josh Simmons (Ohio State) [Schefter] [April 7]
10. LB Carson Schwesinger (UCLA) [Schefter] [April 7]
11. S Jaylen Reed (Penn State) [Garafolo] [April 8]
12. S Jordan Riley (Kansas State) [Wilson] [April 8]
13. WR KeAndre Lambert-Smith (Auburn) [Melo] [April 9]
14. RB RJ Harvey (UCF) [Melo] [April 9]
15. DT Tyleik Williams (Ohio State) [Schultz] [April 9]
16. Smael Mondon Jr. (Georgia) [Wacker] [April 11]
17. EDGE Princely Umanmielen (Ole Miss) [Wilson] [April 13]
18. RB Jaydon Blue (Texas) [Wacker] [April 11]
19. TE Ben Yurosek (Georgia) [Wacker] [April 11]
20. S Jonas Sanker (Virginia) [Rapoport] [April 14]

Private Workout​

K Ryan Fitzgerald (Florida State) [Melo] [April 11]

Source: https://www.baltimorebeatdown.com/2...ltimore-ravens-pre-draft-top-30-visit-tracker

 

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Eric DeCosta on if he expects Mark Andrews to remain a Raven: ‘I never know what’s going to happen’

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The future for Mark Andrews as a Raven becomes more clouded as General Manager Eric DeCosta does not commit to retaining the tight end.

Speculation over the offseason sprouted with regard to Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews. As he enters the final year of his contract, which carries a $16.9 million cap hit on the cap-strapped team, rumors emerged of the Ravens considering moving Andrews, or team’s considering a trade for the franchise’s all-time receiving touchdowns leader.

During the NFL Owners Meetings, Head Coach John Harbaugh was asked if he fully expects Andrews to be on the team. Harbaugh was adamant in stating they will retain him.

“I do fully expect him to be playing for us next year,” Harbaugh said. “He’s just too good a player.”

But during the Ravens’ pre-draft press conference, General Manager Eric DeCosta was non-committal and avoidant when asked the same question.

“I never know what’s going to happen,” DeCosta said. “I never want to say this or that. But I can tell you this: Mark Andrews is a warrior and he’s played his butt off for us and his competitiveness and his talent, his attitude, his leadership is so valued here and he’s a great player. And I think we’re in the business of keeping as many great players as we can. So, there’s always a lot of unpredictability with the draft. You just never know.”

Trading Andrews saves the Ravens $11 million in cap space. Uniquely though, the Ravens kept Andrews on the roster for his $4 million roster bonus on March 17. They kept him on the roster during the early stages of free agency where they may have been able to trade him and spend the savings on a potential free agent signing.

All of the actions by the Ravens have shown they are keeping Andrews, but DeCosta being non-committal regarding Andrews’ status for the 2025 season has left the door open for a potential trade during the 2025 NFL Draft.

Source: https://www.baltimorebeatdown.com/2...in-a-raven-i-never-know-whats-going-to-happen

 

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DeAndre Hopkins labeled a better fit with the Ravens over Chiefs

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The veteran wide receiver may have an easier time in Baltimore

The Baltimore Ravens added valuable depth and a veteran presence to their wide receiver corps during free agency by signing DeAndre Hopkins to a one-year deal. The Tennessee Titans traded the five-time Pro Bowler to the Kansas City Chiefs during the 2024 season, where he caught 41 passes for 437 yards and four touchdowns in 10 regular-season games. Pairing Hopkins with two-time MVP quarterback Patrick Mahomes was not the slam dunk many envisioned. Hopkins will now catch passes from another two-time MVP in Lamar Jackson.

While speaking on Glenn Clark Radio, NFL.com’s Jeffri Chadiha explained why he believes that the 32-year-old wideout is a better fit with Jackson and the Ravens over Mahomes and the Chiefs.

“DeAndre Hopkins was miscast in Kansas City, and I think people who are really being honest with themselves when he showed up there understand that,” Chadiha said. “You look at Patrick Mahomes and his willingness to throw contested catches throughout his career, he has never been that kind of quarterback. DeAndre Hopkins is exactly that kind of receiver. He’s not a fast guy. He’s going to try to bully people and use those great hands.”

Jackson’s go-to contested catch winners over the years have mainly been tight ends, particularly Mark Andrews and more recently Isaiah Likely. Hopkins will provide Jackson with a skillset at the wide receiver position that he has not had in his career.

“I do think Baltimore is probably a better fit for him because you have to assume that Lamar Jackson’s improvisation is going to be a bigger factor in having opportunities to get open,” Chadiha said. “Derrick Henry’s presence, Zay Flowers’ presence, all those guys are going to make it easier on him to be able to operate and do certain things. … I think for his skill set, and his savvy, his experience, there is a lot more reason to be excited about him in that offense.”

It is hard to imagine Baltimore’s offense getting any better than it was last season, but if Hopkins can provide Jackson with another reliable target in the passing game to go with Zay Flowers, Rashod Bateman, Andrews, and Likely, then the sky is the limit for what the unit can accomplish in the third year under offensive coordinator Todd Monken.

Source: https://www.baltimorebeatdown.com/2...ens-over-chiefs-lamar-jackson-patrick-mahomes

 

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Ravens land offensive line, defensive depth and kicker in Dane Brugler’s 7-round mock draft

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The Baltimore Ravens come away with a litany of talent in Dane Brugler’s 7-round mock draft.

The Baltimore Ravens enter the draft with few holes on their roster, but 11 draft picks to add starter quality talent and depth everywhere else. In The Athletic’s Dane Brugler’s seven-round mock draft, they do precisely that, beginning with bolstering the offensive line with the No. 27 pick.

27. Baltimore Ravens: Kelvin Banks Jr., OT/G, Texas

“Ronnie Stanley returning to Baltimore lessens the need here, but Banks would compete with Andrew Vorhees for the starting left guard spot in Year 1, while giving the Ravens much needed tackle depth behind Stanley and Roger Rosengarten. Adding Banks would help turn the offensive line into a strength for Baltimore.”

Banks is ranked the No. 26 player on Brugler’s board and the No. 2 guard.

Overview of Banks from Brugler’s THE BEAST​

With well-timed feet and handwork, Banks is a natural in pass protection and shows an instinctive feel to attack with leverage and create force through his body mechanics. His balance can be too easily disrupted, though, especially in the run game, which can leave him overextended or on the ground. Overall, Banks doesn’t have ideal length and needs to improve his sustain tactics to be a consistent finisher against NFL talent, but he has controlled footwork and depth in his pass sets, plus the fundamental know-how to fit and leverage blocks and keep defenders occupied. He projects as an immediate NFL starter who can stay at tackle, although his best long-term position might be guard.

Brugler’s Full Ravens’ Mock Draft​

• 1 (27). OT/G Kelvin Banks Jr., Texas
• 2 (59). S Xavier Watts, Notre Dame
• 3 (91). Edge Ashton Gillotte, Louisville
• 4 (129). DT Rylie Mills, Notre Dame
• 4 (136). CB Caleb Ransaw, Tulane
• 5 (176). Edge David Walker, Central Arkansas
• 6 (183). TE Jake Briningstool, Clemson
• 6 (203). WR Dont’e Thornton Jr., Tennessee
• 6 (210). OT Branson Taylor, Pittsburgh
• 6 (212). K Andres Borregales, Miami
• 7 (243). RB Kalel Mullings, Michigan

A Few Thoughts

• Adding Banks gives the Ravens a stronger, superior offensive line than last season. They were a strong, formidable blocking unit, but they need an upgrade to continue keeping Lamar Jackson upright and Derrick Henry running downhill.
• Watts in Round 2 is an excellent spot for the Ravens. It won’t be pleasant to not have landed an edge in the first two rounds, especially when seeing the Ravens take Banks over Donovan Ezeiruaku, but Watts is an NFL starter and a perfect addition for the Ravens, paired with Kyle Hamilton and Ar’Darius Washington.
• Gillotte is a fair pick at a fair price in Round 3. He doesn’t have the prototypical “freak” build nor the production, which has him taken in the back-half of the third round. Still a Top 100 player in this draft. Hopefully Pass Rush Coach Chuck Smith can draw out his potential.
• Mills in the fourth round isn’t a bad choice, the Ravens need a defensive tackle coming out of this draft. I don’t see Mills as the guy on account of the Ravens’ affinity for character. In 2024, Mills punched an opponent in the helmet.
• The Ravens are all but guaranteed to draft a kicker in this draft. Brugler has Andres Borregales as his No. 1 specialist in the draft and he’s the first one off the board. Borregales in his senior season went 18-of-19 on field goal attempts and 62-of-62 in extra points. In his final two seasons, Borregales went 6-of-8 from 50+.

Source: https://www.baltimorebeatdown.com/2...nd-kicker-in-dane-bruglers-7-round-mock-draft

 

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Ravens inquired about reuniting with Joe Flacco

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The former Super Bowl MVP had a brief conversation with the Ravens about a potential return.

This offseason, the Baltimore Ravens went looking for a backup quarterback for Lamar Jackson. And prior to the team signing Cooper Rush, they called a familiar franchise hero about a potential reunion.

The Baltimore Sun’s Mike Preston reports the Ravens called Joe Flacco.

“They did kind of reach out to [my agent] Joe [Linta], gauging my interest for something like that to happen,” Flacco said. “My agent called me up and was like, ‘What do you want me to tell them?’ I’m like, ‘Well, listen, I’m interested. I don’t know what’s going to happen. It’s not like choice No. 1, I don’t know what’s going to happen here with me if I’m going to get an opportunity to do something a little bit more, but I wasn’t against it.’ I think I would’ve been excited about it in a little bit of a way.”

In the end, the Ravens signed Rush and Flacco returned to the AFC North with the Cleveland Browns on a one-year, $4 million deal.

The return would’ve been a sweet, final chapter for the Ravens. But Flacco still has belief in himself to lead a team as their starting quarterback to his second championship. In 2023, Flacco finished with a 4-1 record as a starter for the Browns.

Source: https://www.baltimorebeatdown.com/2...euniting-with-joe-flacco-nfl-free-agency-news

 

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Reacts Survey: Which position will the Ravens draft first?

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Checking in with Baltimore Ravens fans for our latest SB Nation Reacts Survey

Baltimore Beatdown is back with another edition of our SB Nation Reacts Survey! This week, we’re looking toward the NFL draft and the our sponsor FanDuel Sportsbook to formulate our question:

What position will the Baltimore Ravens draft first?

For this question, we are looking for fans to predict the first player the Ravens will select in the draft. For clarity, this is regardless of where they select their first player, not who they select at No. 27 overall.

FanDuel Sportsbook has five positions listed with odds below +1,000, so which of these do you anticipate the Ravens will select?

• Defensive Line/EDGE +100
• Offensive Lineman +320
• Cornerback +600
• Safety +600
• Wide receiver +850

Unsurprisingly, the odds favor a player across the defensive trenches. The Ravens have talent, but need both more starting-quality players and depth at the position. With their first selection, it will be the former not the latter in mind.

Of course, the Ravens also need talent across their offensive line. They saw Patrick Mekari sign with the Jacksonville Jaguars in the offseason, leaving the left guard role semi-vacant. Andrew Vorhees is expected to take up the mantle, but a rookie tackle that kicks inside beside left tackle Ronnie Stanley is far from out of the question.

Need is always one thing but the Ravens have held true to their “best player available” strategy. They didn’t need a safety in the 2022 NFL Draft, but came away with Kyle Hamilton at No. 14 overall. They’re unafraid to select who they have as the best player on their board over a lower-tier player at a position of need.

Alright, it’s time to vote in the poll below and share your comments on who you believe will be the Ravens’ first player selected in the 2025 NFL Draft and why. Results from the poll will be published later this week!

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Source: https://www.baltimorebeatdown.com/2...t-defensive-line-edge-odds-fanduel-sportsbook

 

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Which Ravens players are most primed to make a leap in 2025?

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Which Baltimore Ravens could make the leap in 2025?

As the Baltimore Ravens prepare to enter another pivotal season with Super bowl aspirations, they’ll be relying on internal growth from some of their incumbents on the roster. The Ravens have a number of players who could emerge and take big strides in 2025.

Who are some of the prime candidates to make a significant leap forward next year? Let’s take a look.

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OG Andrew Vorhees​

Vorhees won the starting left guard job last offseason and played 100% of the team’s offensive snaps in Weeks 1-3. Then, an injury sidelined him for the next two games. When he returned, the Ravens opted to keep veteran Patrick Mekari in the starting lineup. Mekari wound up holding onto this role for the remainder of the season.

Vorhees’ performance through three weeks was up-and-down, as to be expected from essentially a rookie, but he showed promise. Had he not gotten injured, it’s possible his play would have steadily progressed as the year went on and he remained the starter.

With Mekari having departed in free agency, Vorhees will be the early favorite to assume his place as the starting left guard once again. The Ravens could add competition in the draft and did re-sign Ben Cleveland as well. However, should he stay healthy for a full offseason, Vorhees has a lot of talent and potential. He could take a big step forward in 2025 as a full-time starter for the first time.

LB Trenton Simpson​

Simpson was billed as a breakout candidate in 2024 but failed to meet expectations. He replaced Patrick Queen as the Ravens’ starting linebacker opposite Roquan Smith and started the first 13 games of the season. His role began to decline as the year progressed, though, and by season’s end he was holding onto to only a handful of defensive snaps each game.

The former Clemson product has loads of athleticism and raw talent, but his processing ability and pass coverage consistency proved to be a work-in-progress. Simpson ceded playing time to veterans Chris Board and Malik Harrison, which may have contributed to the team’s second-half defensive turnaround during the year.

Board and Harrison both signed elsewhere in free agency, meaning Simpson should be back up to the plate with another opportunity to start alongside Smith. If Simpson’s intangibles and skills catch up to his athletic abilities, the sky is the limit for the rising third-year pro.

OT Roger Rosengarten​

Rosengarten already established himself as a solid right tackle in his rookie season. He improved as the season went along and wound up starting 14 of 17 games. Rosengarten showed flashes of high-level play against some of the league’s better pass rushers.

With another year offseason under his belt and now being more established, Rosengarten’s next step would be the “from good to great” leap. Many second-year players make this type of jump. Former Ravens OT Orlando Brown Jr. is a good example, as he turned into a Pro Bowl right tackle during his second season back in 2019.

With the Ravens having some question marks at both guard positions, Rosengarten will relied upon to be a rock-solid bookend opposite Ronnie Stanley. Given Stanley’s lengthy injury past, Rosengarten’s versatility is an added asset as well.

CB Nate Wiggins ​

Like Rosengarten, Wiggins emerged during his rookie season to become a reliable contributor down the stretch. His role increased along with improved play and he was exceeding 80% of the team’s defensive snaps by the end of the year.

As is the case with most rookie defensive backs, Wiggins was not immune to his share of mistakes, but his playmaking ability and athleticism were evident quite often. If he can clean up some penalty issues and become more consistent, Wiggins could quickly blossom into a top-half player at the position.

Wiggins usurped Brandon Stephens as the team’s second-best cornerback behind Marlon Humphrey. Together the two form a formidable and versatile duo. Wiggins will be relied upon even more to take his game to another level in Year 2.

Source: https://www.baltimorebeatdown.com/2...layers-are-most-primed-to-make-a-leap-in-2025

 

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Former Ravens CB Tre’Davious White signs one-year deal with Buffalo Bills

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White is returning to Buffalo after a brief stint in Baltimore

At the midseason trade deadline last year, the Baltimore Ravens acquired cornerback Tre’Davious White from the Los Angeles Rams in exchange for a 2026 seventh-round draft pick. White was a bit of an afterthought having suffered multiple extended-absence injuries over the past several years, but wound up playing an important depth role for the Ravens.

Down the stretch of the regular season and into the playoffs, White played regular snaps at cornerback and had a few notable pass breakups. More importantly, he generally did not give up big plays in the backend.

The eight-year veteran’s performance earned himself a new contract with his former team, the Buffalo Bills. White and the Bills agreed to terms on a one-year deal worth up $6.8 million on Thursday evening.

Bills and CB Tre White reached agreement today on a one-year deal worth up to $6.8 million, per his agents Kevin Conner and Robert Brown of @UniSportsMgmt. White now returns to Buffalo, where he played from 2017-‘23 and was a two-time Pro-Bowl selection.

Conner and Bills GM… pic.twitter.com/RwZ5XrhWs7

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 17, 2025​

Some thought the Ravens could look to retain White on a low-cost contract, but after the team signed free agent Chidobe Awuzie a few weeks ago, that idea essentially was all but dissolved. Awuzie will replace White as the veteran depth piece at the cornerback position on the Ravens’ depth chart.

White had a strong start to his career after being drafted in 2017, quickly establishing himself as a top-tier cornerback in the league. In his first four seasons, he made multiple Pro Bowls and All-Pro Teams with the Bills. However, multiple season-ending injuries in the early 2020s contributed to a downward spiral of his career trajectory.

Now, at 30 years old, the former first-round pick has a chance to revive himself in Buffalo again. The Ravens will play against White and the Bills on the road sometime next season, in a pivotal rematch of last year’s divisional round playoff matchup. White played 33 defensive snaps for the Ravens in that game. This time around, White will be on the opposite team.

Source: https://www.baltimorebeatdown.com/2...-deal-with-buffalo-bills-baltimore-cornerback

 

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Over 80-percent of Ravens fans expect team to draft defensive prospect with first pick

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Ravens fans are expecting Zach Orr will have a new prospect added to the defense with the team’s first pick of the draft.

Earlier this week, Baltimore Beatdown polled its community on what position the Baltimore Ravens will select with their first pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Overwhelmingly, the fanbase expects the prospect will be on the defensive side of the ball.

A plurality of voters specifically expect the Ravens to take what is the odds-on favorite from our sponsor, FanDuel Sportsbook, who has Defensive line/EDGE at +100.

However, the second-best odds, Offensive Lineman, is third, as the fans see Safety (+600) more likely. It makes sense with the abundance of mock drafts having the Ravens taking Georgia safety Malaki Starks or South Carolina’s Nick Emmanwori.

Since 2019, in the era of Eric DeCosta becoming General Manager, the Ravens have been a balanced team in their first selections. They’ve drafted three offensive and three defensive prospects with their first selection. It’s flipped each season, going from offense to defense. Last season’s selection was cornerback Nate Wiggins. Each time it’s been an offensive player, it’s been a wide receiver, but the team’s depth chart looks at the position is rather full with Rashod Bateman, Zay Flowers, DeAndre Hopkins, Tylan Wallace and Devontez Walker.

Source: https://www.baltimorebeatdown.com/2...m-to-draft-defensive-prospect-with-first-pick

 

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Prediction: Who will the Ravens draft with the No. 27 pick?

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Who does the Beatdown crew think are the favorites to get picked at No. 27 overall in the 2025 NFL Draft?

The Baltimore Ravens will make their selection in the first round in just a few days. They go into the draft needing very little and wanting a lot: an elite rusher to take down the quarterback, some more top-end defensive back talent, reinforcements along both trenches. But the top of the roster and starters are mostly penciled in. They truly could go in any direction; the pick at 27th overall is a luxury for them.

So, where does the Baltimore Beatdown staff think the Ravens will go with pick 27? If you had to place a large sum on one player for the Ravens to pick, who is it? No trades, no “if this, then that.” Who’s available at 27 and what do they do?

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Zach Canter: DL Derrick Harmon, Oregon

Let me honest. My favorite choice for the Ravens at 27 is Shemar Stewart. I’ve been zeroing in on Donovan Ezeiruaku. But I think when it comes down to it, if Derrick Harmon is still there, I don’t think they’ll hesitate.

While there aren’t any desperate needs for this team, one thing the roster lacks is depth along the line. Justin Madubuike and Travis Jones are the obvious top two but the only other named signed is Broderick Washington. Eight different lineman played snaps for the Ravens last year, big boys tend to get banged up, you need bodies. Harmon would instantly compete for snaps amongst Madubuike and Jones. Harmon is an instant three-down lineman, who can play anywhere, from zero-technique over the center to out wider as a five-tech. This is important because in obvious passing situations, it allows defensive coordinator Zach Orr to put his best rushers on the field. If Odafe Oweh or Kyle Can Noy aren’t winning on the edge, the Ravens can play all three of their rushing lineman with Harmon out wider with Madubuike and Jones inside.

Harmon is a player who should go earlier than the Ravens but will be a classic falls-to-in-their-lap pick that leaves the rest of the NFL pissed off.

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Kyle Phoenix: EDGE Donovan Ezeiruaku, Boston College

All will look fine as the night reaches pick No. 20. A few quarterbacks and the usual top-tier prospects will go. Maybe a surprise or two. And from picks No. 21-26, the Ravens will watch repeatedly as their board gets chopped down. Fortunately, Ezeiruaku will still be on the board for them to scoop up after the Los Angeles Rams. He’s a quality prospect that is shy of being the upper-echelon for a top-tier pick and there’s just enough prospects teams can navigate toward with need and grade to leave him for the Ravens.

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Dustin Cox: S Malaki Starks, Georgia

The Ravens stick to their BPA formula and take Georgia safety Malaki Starks. After a year in which poor safety play tanked Baltimore’s defensive output for half of the season, general manager Eric DeCosta makes sure it will not happen again as he adds another versatile playmaker to the group to go with Kyle Hamilton and Ar’Darius Washington. This is not only a move for the future as Washington is slated to be a free agent next offseason, but it will also help the Ravens this season as adding another capable safety to the mix will allow defensive coordinator Zach Orr to get creative with Hamilton once again, using him closer to the line of scrimmage where he is one of the biggest difference makers on defense in the NFL. Orr will have the ability to dial up truly creative plays with Hamilton and Starks on the field together.

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Frank Platko: S Nick Emmanwori, South Carolina

For the second year in a row, the Ravens draft a defensive back in the first round with Nick Emmanwori. The South Carolina product is a freak athlete who had a standout combine performance. Given his physical profile and potential fit next to Kyle Hamilton in the secondary, Emmanwori is a tantalizing prospect. Fellow safety prospect Malaki Starks is more likely to be off the board earlier. Other edge rusher and lineman prospects could be suitable options as well, but Emmanwori is swiss-army knife safety who can be an immediate impact player for the Ravens’ defense.

Source: https://www.baltimorebeatdown.com/2...ith-the-no-27-pick-2025-nfl-draft-predictions

 

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What has been the best draft pick under Ravens GM Eric DeCosta?

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The Ravens have been one of the best drafting teams under Eric DeCosta

The Baltimore Ravens did not miss a beat when transitioning from legendary general manager Ozzie Newsome to his long-time understudy Eric DeCosta in 2019, keeping the team’s reputation as one of the best organizations at drafting and developing players. DeCosta has been particularly strong in the first round, with every selection since 2019 being a hit on some scale. DeCosta has also uncovered several mid-to-late round gems, such as defensive tackles Nnamdi Madubuike and Travis Jones in the third round, tight end Isaiah Likely and running back Justice Hill in the fourth round, and safety Geno Stone in the seventh round.

Today’s Question of the Day is:

What has been the best draft pick under Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta?​

My answer: Safety Kyle Hamilton

The Ravens selected the Notre Dame star with the No. 14 overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft. Hamilton began the draft process as one of the certified top prospects, but a slower-than-expected 40-yard-dash time of 4.59 seconds dropped his stock enough to allow Baltimore to land the steal of the draft. Hamilton is a true unicorn at the safety position with his combination of size, instincts, and speed despite running a slower 40-yard dash.

No secondary player impacts opposing offenses as much as Hamilton does when he is aligned in the slot. Screen passes to his side of the field are essentially wasted plays. Hamilton also showed the ability to play the deep safety role on the backend of the defense at a top level when he replaced veteran Marcus Williams midway through the 2024 season. If Hamilton continues on his perennial All-Pro trajectory and remains with the Ravens past his rookie deal, he could finish his career near the top of a long list of defensive superstars to wear the purple and black.

Madubuike was my runner-up for DeCosta’s best draft pick. The 2020 third-round undersized defensive tackle finally lived up to his potential in 2023, notching 13 sacks and earning a lucrative second contract with the team. Madubuike may be the best combination of talent, production, and value of DeCosta’s picks thus far, but Hamilton edged him out for my choice due to being a superior player.

What do you think has been DeCosta’s best draft pick? Scroll down to the comment section and let us know!

Source: https://www.baltimorebeatdown.com/2...m-eric-decosta-kyle-hamilton-nnamdi-madubuike

 

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Ar’Darius Washington signs one-year RFA tender

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Ar’Darius Washington re-signs with the Ravens after being tendered earlier in free agency.

The Baltimore Ravens will have their starting safety duo return as Ar’Darius Washington signed his one-year, $3.263 million restricted free agent tender on Monday.

On March 12, the Ravens decided to use the lowest tender available, the Right-of-First-Refusal tender. Until April 18, any team had the opportunity to offer sheet Washington to sign him for no exchange of draft picks or extra compensation. But as the business day passed on Friday, no team sent an offer sheet, and the Ravens’ marginal gamble paid off.

Washington began the 2024 season low on the depth chart, but after Marcus Williams’ performance plummeted, became the starting safety for the back-half of the season. He finished with 12 starts and finished with 64 tackles (45 solo), five tackles for loss, eight passes defensed, two interceptions, one sack and a forced fumble.

After the season, General Manager Eric DeCosta praised Washington for his impact down the stretch.

“This year, he stayed healthy, and he became that guy that we saw in college,” DeCostqa said. “[He’s] tough, physical, a playmaker, instinctive, smart, a leader. [He’s a] great story. Just another one of these undrafted guys over the years that we’ve had that has developed into being a really good football player. We’re proud of him. He’s going to be a restricted free agent this year for us, and we’re fortunate that we have him back again next year.”

Source: https://www.baltimorebeatdown.com/2025/4/21/24413487/ardarius-washington-signs-one-year-rfa-tender

 

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Reacts Survey: What position do you NOT want the Ravens to pursue in Round 1?

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Fans are welcoming to many prospects and position groups, but which one(s) do you not want to see the Ravens pick in Round 1?

It’s officially draft week and with it comes another edition of Baltimore Beatdown polling our community with an SB Nation Reacts Survey!

Over the past months, mocks have been everywhere. Fans are ecstatic with the opportunity to see the Ravens add a first-round prospect to their roster. Commonly, safety, edge rusher and defensive line have been mocked to the Ravens. And instead of having you predict which position they’ll be going for on Day 1, we’re interested in hearing what position you do not want the Ravens to pursue in the first round.

My answer: Inside linebacker

The Ravens have Roquan Smith as their interior backer. There are options to pair with him — be it third-year linebacker Trenton Simpson or options later in the draft, late free agency signing or undrafted talent proves worthy in training camp. Regardless, Round 1 of the draft is not when the Ravens need to add an inside linebacker.

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What is the Ravens’ biggest draft whiff since 2019?

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While Eric DeCosta has hit consistently in the draft, nobody can bat 1.000. Which draft pick do you describe as the biggest miss?

Baltimore Ravens GM Eric DeCosta has been acknowledged as one of the best general managers in the NFL, if not all of sports. The Ravens have constantly had a top-of-the-league roster, handled their own contracts and extensions well, competed for division titles and are a Super Bowl-contending team year in and year out. One of the best parts of DeCosta’s success has been his ability to consistently draft well and bolster the roster. There are too many names to list, both in early rounds and later, of players that became successful stars, starters, role players and even special teams contributors that helped build out an entire 53-man roster.

But let’s get a little negative and take stock of DeCosta’s worst pick in the draft. Every manager has them.

Today’s Question of the Day is:

What is the Ravens’ biggest draft whiff since 2019?​

My answer: David Ojabo

There aren’t many options here. Every single first-round pick by DeCosta has turned into, at minimum, a solid starter. A lot of them turned into Pro-Bowl talents and All-Pros. Most of DeCosta’s misses are on Day 3 in the fifth and sixth rounds. Cornerback Shaun Wade was traded before he made it through his first camp, fullback Ben Mason never got a chance in Baltimore, cornerback Kyu Blu Kelly and running back Tyler Badie were waived and never made the 53-man roster. But it’s hard to truly slam Day 3 picks not panning out as a worst pick.

Ben Cleveland could maybe be regarded up there. He’s a third-rounder that Harbaugh pounded the table for but never could crack the starting lineup. But even then, Cleveland has looked good in every opportunity he’s had and they just re-signed him as a backup who could still have a chance to win the job.

Ojabo is the best choice here. A middle second-round pick, Ojabo was originally projected as a top 15 prospect before tearing his Achilles during the pre-draft process. He fell to the second round and seemed like an obvious choice to the Ravens considering the talent level and connection to Ravens Defensive Coordinator Mike Macdonald. Unfortunately, it hasn’t worked out as he hasn’t remained healthy for a season until 2024 where he then struggled to see consistent snaps in his third year.

Ravens fans are mostly hurt by this because division rival Pittsburgh got George Pickens just a few picks later, though I will be honest in saying I don’t know if Pickens would have worked out in Baltimore. Cam Jurgens also went after Ojabo as well and just received a top-of-the-market extension.

The Ojabo draft pick is probably DeCosta’s worst pick due to the high value of a 45th overall pick and the fact that Ojabo has yet to find any role on the field in any consistent capacity. That being said, Ojabo still has his fourth year of his rookie contract and pass rushers in Baltimore tend to love the final year of their deal.

What do you think DeCosta’s worst pick has been? Scroll down below and leave a comment!

Source: https://www.baltimorebeatdown.com/2...-is-the-ravens-biggest-draft-whiff-since-2019

 

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Final Mock Draft Tracker: All expectations shift to offensive line addition

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The final mocks are being released and for the Ravens, all predictions are pointing toward an offensive lineman.

Final mock drafts will be released over the next 24 hours as the 2025 NFL Draft begins tomorrow. Here will be a live, updating final mock draft tracker and what pundits, analysts and self-proclaimed experts are mocking for the Baltimore Ravens at pick No. 27.

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ESPN’s Peter Schrager: OT Josh Simmons, Ohio State

“Simmons could slip because of an injury — he sustained a torn patellar tendon in October — but he might be the best of the bunch in the offensive linemen class. The Ravens could add another potential star, and watch — he’ll be a difference-maker in no time.”

NFL.com’s Charles Davis: OT Josh Simmons, Ohio State

“Simmons has the potential to be a top-tier left tackle, but with Ronnie Stanley returning, the Ohio State/San Diego State product might begin his NFL career at guard, something Hall of Famer Jonathan Ogden did in his rookie season with Baltimore.”

PFF’s Cris Collinsworth: EDGE Mykel Williams, Georgia

“What Cris says: ‘I just kept looking at Mykel Williams and thinking he’d fallen too far. I look at Williams and I feel like there aren’t many better run defenders off the edge in this class. I also think that he’s a guy you could kick inside on third down.’

Bottom line from PFF’s 2025 NFL Draft Guide: Williams is a long, strong, versatile edge prospect whose motor is always running hot. His pass-rush profile and consistency (win percentage) are lower than ideal for a projected top-20 pick, but his floor as an elite run defender is so high, and his build is so alluring, that he’s worth taking the chance on in that range for a team running odd or even fronts.”

The Athletic’s Beat Writer Mock | Jeff Zrebiec: OG Tyler Booker, OL, Alabama

“If the Ravens are on the clock and Booker, safeties Nick Emmanwori and Malaki Starks, inside linebacker Jihaad Campbell and cornerback Jahdae Barron are all available, general manager Eric DeCosta will be looking to trade back four or five spots, knowing one of those guys will still fall to Baltimore.

My phone, however, didn’t ring. Booker is a plug-and-play guard with Pro Bowl potential. He’s a mauler in the run game and fits the Ravens’ style perfectly. It was tough to bypass one of the safeties, but this draft class features some very good Day 2 options. This draft is about solidifying the trenches for Baltimore.”

Source: https://www.baltimorebeatdown.com/2...nsive-line-addition-josh-simmons-tyler-booker

 

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How many picks will each position group get during the draft?

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How many picks will each position group get during the Ravens’ 2025 NFL Draft? Share your answer in the comments.

The NFL draft is just a few short days away. The hype continues to build and you can feel the buzz around the league and the media as they try to compare quarterbacks to Lamar Jackson once more (when will they learn?).

As of right now, the Ravens currently have 11 picks in the 2025 draft, and the expectation is they’ll use them all and potentially gain more as the trade rumors around Mark Andrews and Odafe Oweh stick around. The Ravens could also trade up in this draft, as other teams are rumored to be looking to move back. Because the Ravens have so much flexibility, we’ll assume that they'll pick somewhere around 10 or 11 times for this exercise.

With the Ravens' roster set pre-draft, we’ll go through every position group and try to estimate how many draft picks each will get.

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Quarterback: Zero​

This one isn’t hard. Jackson is here and newly-signed backup Cooper Rush has a multi-year contract. The Ravens also have Devin Leary on the practice squad. They are set at the position for a while.

Running Back: Maybe one​

The Ravens need running backs for the future. The big fish, Derrick Henry, is not under contract after this year, and the only proven back on the roster in 2026 is Justice Hill. The answers for the future could be on their roster already. An extension for Henry has been a massive talking point this offseason and remains a possibility. Keaton Mitchell is a restricted free agent after 2025. If he bounces back, that’s an easy choice for the Ravens. Rasheen Ali is also under contract for 2026 but so far hasn’t shown much in limited opportunities.

The Ravens won’t carry more than four running backs on their roster, if they carry even that much. A running back on day three wouldn’t floor me, but likely means they like that back more than Ali and spells his end. A running back any sooner would be shocking and probably means the end of Henry’s time in Baltimore after 2025.

Tight End: Maybe one​

The tight end room is maybe the most volatile of the team’s position groups. All three tight ends are in a contract year. Andrews is the elder statesman with a massive cap number and trade rumors. Isaiah Likely is the up-and-coming star who’s next-in-line for a payday. Charlie Kolar has been a good role player and stepped up where needed.

The Ravens will have to figure out the roster at some point in the future. But unless Andrews is actively traded during the draft, which is a very real possibility, I wouldn’t expect a draft pick this year. This year’s tight end prospect class is deep, so they could take advantage of that and surprise me. My guess is Andrews is either traded or moved on from next year with both Likely and Kolar getting extensions, along with a draft pick in 2026.

Wide Receiver: Maybe one​

Between running back, tight end, and wide receiver, I expect only one pick between the three. Wide receiver is the easiest to fit on the roster. The Ravens have a clear top five between Zay Flowers, Rashod Bateman, Deandre Hopkins, Tylan Wallace and Devontez Walker, but often carry six on their 53-man roster. The four running backs may make that hard, but a returner plus special teamer is always available for a roster spot.

The Ravens could surprise us and invest an early pick. Their offseason signings gave them a clear best-player-available path, and they have the luxury of picking whoever they’d like. I like both Luther Burden and Tetairoa McMillan’s fits in this offense. If the defense is picked apart in the first round, going wide receiver in this economy can’t be a bad option.

Offensive Line: Two or more ​

The offensive line starters could mostly be set. Both tackle spots and the center position are very much written in ink with Ronnie Stanley, Roger Rosengarten and Tyler Linderbaum. As of right now, the guards are written in pencil with Daniel Faalele looking to keep his right guard job and Andrew Vorhees looking to step back into the left side. There’s also some depth with Ben Cleveland re-signing and Nick Samac on the roster.

The Ravens still need tackle depth and should look to improve one of the starting guards. Faalele was ranked 70th on PFF for guards when there are 64 starting jobs. Vorhees won the job but then was on the injured list, missed a game and never regained his starting spot again. While both should take leaps in 2025, an early pick to challenge them shouldn’t be dismissed.

Expect the Ravens to draft at least one pure tackle to develop behind Stanley. Then one more offensive line pick, whether it’s a tackle with guard versatility to push for a starting spot early or a pure interior lineman.

Defensive Line: Two or more​

With Michael Pierce’s retirement, the Ravens only have three defensive linemen on the roster in Nnamdi Madubuike, Travis Jones, and Broderick Washington. Jones is also a free agent after the season, so it’s time to restock the cupboard. The Ravens could scatter their board with picks up and down the rounds with options everywhere. Derrick Harmon or Walter Nolen in the first, Omarr Norman-Lott or Darius Alexander in the second, and then T.J. Sanders or Shemar Turner in the third. Day three is also littered with linemen, including Jordan Phillips, Jamaree Caldwell, Joshua Farmer, Ty Robinson, Tonka Hemingway, and more.

The defensive line has been the theme of this draft class for a long time and the Ravens would be wise to take advantage. Expect two picks at minimum and probably three.

Edge Rusher: One​

This is a more difficult group to predict. On the surface, the Ravens have six guys that could legitimately make the roster between Oweh, Van Noy, Robinson, Ojabo, Isaac, and Hamm. It’s not likely that all six make the 53-man roster, much less adding another rookie contract. However, the Oweh trades rumors aren’t going away yet. Moreover, even if Oweh isn’t traded, him, Van Noy, and Ojabo, are all free agents after 2025 and I wouldn’t bet on any of them being re-signed.

The Ravens have needed an edge player they could rely on to get sacks in the playoffs for a long time. Could Oweh take that next step this year and become a truly dominant player coming off a 10-sack season? It’s possible, but I wouldn’t want the Ravens to bet their Super Bowl hopes on it. Picking an edge rusher at No. 27 overall has been my gut feeling and if they do it, it probably means Oweh is traded or somebody’s getting cut.

I think they pick one in the top-50 picks, either at No. 27 or trading back or moving up from their second rounder. Donovan Ezeiruaku in the first round? Nic Scourton in the second?

Inside Linebacker: One​

The Ravens are gonna dream and hope on Trenton Simpson taking the same third-year leap that Patrick Queen took. Both Malik Harrison and Chris Board, who stepped up in early downs and pass coverage when Simpson struggled, departed in free agency. Both were also big special teams contributors. The Ravens signed Jake Hummel this offseason as a veteran special teams ace, but he has limited experience on defense and isn’t expected to contribute much there. With questions about Simpson’s play, a hole in special teams snaps, and a fourth linebacker spot open, the Ravens will most assuredly draft one.

The question is, where? Jihaad Campbell was a popular name for them early at No. 27 but has shot up draft boards and will probably go higher. They brought Carson Schwesinger for a top-30 visit. He isn’t a good value at No. 27 but could be an option at No. 59. There are also athletic day three options that could step in as special teams players immediately.

Defensive Backs: Two or more​

This one is fairly easy. The Ravens always draft defensive backs and the Ozzie Newsome phrase “you can never have too many corners” lives on. There’s both a clear need at cornerback and safety for the Ravens, without it being an immediate must-have. They could easily trot out Kyle Hamilton, Ar’Darius Washington, Marlon Humphrey, Nate Wiggins, and Chidobe Awuzie as their secondary core and be fine. But they could also add a top safety to run three safety sets or another cornerback tokeep Awuzie fresh.

At least one safety and cornerback will be added in the draft. I’d take a decent bet that at least one corner or safety is one of their first four picks. Jahdae Barron or Malaki Starks in round one would be a slam dunk as instant starters. They could also throw in a third back just to develop and have another special teams body.

Special Teams: Likely one​

For obvious reasons, the Ravens could be looking for a new placekicker. There's a good chance that they take the UDFA route for a kicker. However, the way Eric DeCosta spoke during the pre-draft press conference just gives me the gut feeling that they will be willing to spend one of their four sixth-round picks on a new kicker of the future.

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Summary​

QB: 0

RB/TE/WR: 1

OL: 2-3

DL: 2-3

Edge: 1

ILB: 1

DBs: 2-3

K: 1

Source: https://www.baltimorebeatdown.com/2...oup-get-during-the-draft-baltimore-ravens-nfl

 

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Ravens Day 1 Draft Grades: Overwhelming ‘A’ Grades for Selection of S Malaki Starks

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Consolidated draft grades for the Baltimore Ravens’ No. 27 pick of S Malaki Starks.

The Ravens, in true fashion, have been given a high grade for their first-round selection. After taking Georgia safety Malaki Starks, analysts, pundits and experts are applauding the Ravens’ Day 1 selection.

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SB Nation’s Joseph Acosta | Grade: A+

“The Ravens are really good at this. Starks was one of the best players in the draft class, a versatile player who could run at nickel or deep safety. He allows the Ravens to play Kyle Hamilton closer to the line, and Starks can be impactful making plays on the ball downfield.”

Sporting News’ Vinnie Iyer | Grade: A+

“The Ravens couldn’t let Starks keep falling as he gives their versatility secondary another big-time rangy playmaker to support Kyle Hamilton much better than fill-in Ar’Darius Washington. This is a terrific pick, yet another shrew move by Eric DeCosta and John Harbaugh.”

Yahoo! Sports’ Charles McDonald | Grade: A+

“Classic Ravens draft pick. A falling player that was highly sought after all season up until the draft. Malaki Starks and Kyle Hamilton will be an incredible duo right off the bat that will keep the Ravens playing elite defense for the near future.”

CBS Sports’ Ayrton Ostly | Grade: A

“The Ravens potentially get another first-round steal in the three-year starter for Georgia. Starks offers great versatility in coverage with the football IQ and commitment to run defense that will fit perfectly in the AFC North. Baltimore needed help in the secondary and grab the best defensive back on the board here.”

For The Win’s Christian D’Andrea | Grade: A

“Welp, they did it again. The Ravens waited patiently as an *extremely* Ravens player fell into their laps. Starks is a wonderful addition to the Baltimore lineup. He can man a safety role next to Kyle Hamilton. He can slide out to the slot to get the jump on shiftier receivers. He can fill in along the sideline if needed. Just having him in the lineup opens a new chapter in the playbook for coordinator Zach Orr. Rather than roll the dice on a less proven pass rusher like Mike Green, the Ravens opted for a proven blue-chip player who adjusts well to coaching and does whatever his team needs. And so, once again, the Baltimore defense will be a highway of metal spikes and quicksand once more.”

Bleacher Report’s Brent Sobleski | Grade: A

“The Baltimore Ravens standing pat and landing an elite talent is completely on brand.

The B/R NFL Scouting Department had Georgia safety Malaki Starks as the No. 4 overall prospect in this year’s draft. Positional value pushes him down to a degree, and he didn’t run quite as well as hoped prior to the draft, but he’s silky smooth working the backline and in coverage. Starks is a classic example of seeing an athletic profile after watching a player for years, then realizing the two don’t exactly match up. The former shouldn’t completely override the latter, especially when the prospect isn’t a poor athlete by any means. Starks posted a middling relative athletic score during predraft testing, per Kent Lee Platte. However, Starks’ score compares to those of Earl Thomas, Xavier McKinney and Brian Branch.

The two-time first-team All-American is an elite talent and playmaker along the back end. Three years of high-end performance in the nation’s toughest conference, including starting as a true freshman, shows he’s more than deserving of a high draft grade and ready to take on the NFL. Last season, the Ravens defense improved once Kyle Hamilton moved from strong to free safety, but they still finished 31st in pass defense. The addition of Starks will allow Baltimore to use Hamilton all over the field because he thrives when working against the pass. The fact he was available with the 27th overall pick is nothing short of stealing. “

PFF Staff | Grade: Elite

“The Ravens let the board fall to them and take the best available player on the PFF Big Board. He has positional versatility that allows Kyle Hamilton to be a movable chess piece. Starks’ 85.6 run-defense grade was one of the best in the draft class, while his 8.1% missed tackle rate was one of the lowest in the class. Starks brings high-level football intelligence and great anticipation to make plays on the ball in coverage.”

The Athletic’s Scott Dochterman | Grade: B

“Starks was a driving force on Georgia’s defense, which faced the nation’s most difficult schedule last season en route to an SEC championship. Starks finished with a team-high 77 tackles (including four for loss), plus an interception and three pass breakups. He started a combined 42 games over three seasons and twice was a first-team All-American.

He should fit nicely in Baltimore’s secondary, alongside free safety Kyle Hamilton and nickel Marlon Humphrey, reinforcing the depth chart with Brugler’s 19th-ranked prospect. Perhaps corner was a more important need for the Ravens, but Starks is an elite player.”

CBS Sports’ Pete Prisco | Grade: B

“He’s a good player with a lot of range who will be a nice add on the back end of their defense. But why not an edge player? Then again, this is a tough team to argue about when it comes to drafting safeties.”

Sports Illustrated’s Gilberto Manzano | Grade: B

“Starks was a productive do-it-all defensive back for the Bulldogs. His versatile skill set allowed him to play at free safety and nickel corner. He’s a savvy playmaker who could also earn snaps as a special teams ace. A three-year starter, Starks had a team-high 77 tackles with one interception last season.”

USA Today’s Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz | Grade: B

“In my penultimate mock draft, I wrote Starks “looks like a Raven, plays like a Raven, feels like a Raven.” Now, he is a Raven – and I regret not sticking with my selection. Eric DeCosta famously doesn’t place positional considerations ahead of overall value, but he stressed this offseason how much adding another safety alongside Kyle Hamilton would do for the defense. If Starks can avoid short-circuiting in coverage the way he occasionally did in his final campaign with Georgia, he should help put the secondary in a more secure place.”

Source: https://www.baltimorebeatdown.com/2...ing-a-grades-for-selection-of-s-malaki-starks

 

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What time will the Ravens draft on Day 2? Averaging the past 5 draft times for Nos. 59, 91

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Though Day 2 of the NFL Draft begins at 7 p.m., the Ravens aren’t expected to draft for a couple hours.

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Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft begins today at 7 p.m. ET, but the Ravens won’t be on the clock for quite some time. Fortunately, they have two picks on Day 2 with the No. 59 and 91 selections.

Yesterday, we took a guess as to when the Ravens will make their first selection at No. 27 overall by averaging the past five No. 27 picks in previous drafts, and coming to the conclusion the Ravens would pick at 11:27 p.m. Impressively, we were 17 minutes off in the positive direction, as the Ravens made their pick at 11:10 p.m.

So, here are the past five drafts of when players were taken with the Nos. 59 and 91.

The No. 59 pick average is 9:10 p.m.
The No. 91 pick average is 10:56 p.m.

As a bonus, here are also the players selected from previous years at the respective selections.

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2024

No. 59: Houston Texans pick OT Blake Fisher at 9:03 p.m.
No. 91: Green Bay Packers pick LB Ty’Ron Hopper at 10:55 p.m.

2023

No. 59: Buffalo Bills pick OL O’Cyrus Torrence at 9:01 p.m.
No. 91: Bills pick LB Dorian Williams at 10:40 p.m.

2022

No. 59: Minnesota Vikings pick OL Ed Ingram at 9:12 p.m.
No. 91: Tampa Bay Buccaneers pick RB Rachaad White at 10:53 p.m.

2021

No. 59: Carolina Panthers pick WR Terrace Marshall Jr. at 9:21 p.m.
No. 91: Cleveland Browns pick WR Anthony Schwartz at 11:00 p.m.

2020

No. 59: New York Jets pick WR Denzel Mims at 9:11 p.m.
No. 91: New England Patriots pick TE Devin Asiasi at 11:11 p.m.

Source: https://www.baltimorebeatdown.com/2...e-ravens-draft-on-day-2-of-the-2025-nfl-draft

 

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Baltimore Ravens 2025 NFL Draft: Day 3 picks, trades, updates and news

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We’ll be tracking all of the Ravens’ Day 3 NFL Draft action right here, so stay tuned.

It’s Day 3 of the 2025 NFL Draft, and it’ll be a busy one for the Ravens, who are scheduled to have eight picks on Saturday. We’ll be tracking all of the action right here, so stay tuned for everything you need to know as the final rounds of the draft wrap up.

Baltimore Ravens Day 3 NFL Draft picks​

Round 4​

• No. 129
• No. 136

Round 5​

• No. 176

Round 6​

• No. 183 (via CAR)
• No. 203
• No. 210
• No. 212

Round 7​

• No. 243

Baltimore Ravens NFL Draft 2025 results​

Round 1​

• No. 27: Malaki Starks, S, UGA

Round 2​

• No. 59: Mike Green, EDGE, Marshall

Round 3​

• No. 91: Emery Jones Jr., OL, LSU

Source: https://www.baltimorebeatdown.com/2...nfl-draft-day-3-picks-trades-updates-and-news

 

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Ravens 2025 Post-Draft Roster Outlook

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Baltimore’s position groups have rounded into form after draft weekend

The Ravens entered the 2025 NFL draft with a whopping 11 picks under their belt, which was tied for the most of any team. Despite making some trades in the later rounds, they wound up drafting 11 total players in the end. Eric DeCosta and company added talent to various position groups up and down the roster.

Now, the team’s depth chart is almost fully into focus with OTAs and training camp on the horizon. Let’s run through each position group and analyze where things stand following an eventful draft weekend.

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Quarterback​

Lock: Lamar Jackson, Cooper Rush

Bubble: Devin Leary

The Ravens unsurprisingly did not draft a quarterback. They will likely bring in an undrafted free agent or two to take training camp snaps and compete with Devin Leary for the No. 3 spot. With Lamar Jackson in the fold, the Ravens will again have one of the league’s elite quarterbacks. Newly signed veteran Cooper Rush is an upgrade in the backup role.

Running Back​

Lock: Derrick Henry, Justice Hill, Keaton Mitchell

Bubble: Rasheen Ali

Derrick Henry returns for at least one more season in 2025, automatically giving the Ravens’ a top-end running back group. Justice Hill and Keaton Mitchell round out the room nicely with complimentary skill sets. Rasheen Ali could push the team to keep four running backs on the 53-man roster with an impressive summer. Ali may also be challenged by an undrafted rookie.

Wide Receiver ​

Lock: Zay Flowers, Rashad Bateman, Deandre Hopkins, Tylan Wallace, Devontez Walker

Bubble: LaJohntay Wester, Anthony Miller

Longshot: Dayton Wade, Malik Cunningham

There’s very little uncertainty at wide receiver, which is a welcome change from year’s past for the Ravens. They’re starting trio is set after signing Deandre Hopkins in free agency and also re-signing Tylan Wallace to return as a solid depth piece and special teamer. Devontez Walker could end up playing a bigger role in his sophomore season.

The Ravens lone wideout draft pick, Colorado’s LaJohntay Wester in sixth round, is the favorite to be kept as the No. 6 player on the depth chart. He brings a lot of special teams experience as a returner to the mix.

Tight End/Fullback​

Lock: Mark Andrews, Isaiah Likely, Charlie Kolar, Pat Ricard

With the chances of Mark Andrews being traded all but diminished, this group is likely set for Week 1. The Ravens’ tight end trio will remain the same for at least one more season — perhaps for the final time with all three players entering contract years. Isaiah Likely could continue to grow into a larger pass-catching role. Pat Ricard was re-signed to another one-year deal in free agency.

Offensive Tackle ​

Lock: Ronnie Stanley, Roger Rosengarten, Emory Jones, Carson Vinson

The Ravens drafted two offensive tackles in the third and fifth rounds. Emory Jones out of LSU is a tackle by-trade but there’s a good chance he will transition into an offensive guard role, where he’s better suited to play right away and thrive at the NFL level. Alabama A&M’s Carson Vinson is a developmental prospect with natural left tackle experience. He possesses high upside but is best served to develop behind Ronnie Stanley. With Stanley having been re-signed, the Ravens are set with their starters. Stanley will be bookended by rising sophomore Roger Rosengarten, who may be primed for a big leap in 2025.

Interior Offensive Lineman ​

Lock: Tyler Linderbaum, Andrew Vorhees, Daniel Faalele, Ben Cleveland

Bubble: Nick Samac, Garrett Dellinger

Longshot: Corey Bullock, Darrian Dalcourt

The Ravens waited until the seventh round to take a pure offensive guard, despite many believing they could draft one as early as Rounds 1-3. Garrett Dellinger is far from a roster lock given the Ravens’ number of options on the depth chart. Andrew Vorhees and Daniel Faalele will enter this summer as the favorites to start again at both guard spots. Ben Cleveland was re-signed to a one-year deal, but him earning a starting role may forever remain a pipe dream. 2024 seventh-round pick Nick Samac could carve out a spot as the primary backup center behind Tyler Linderbaum.

Defensive Lineman​

Lock: Nnamdi Madubuike, Travis Jones, Broderick Washington

Bubble: Adedayo Odeleye, C.J. Ravenell

The biggest surprise of the draft was the Ravens not addressing the defensive line more. Their lone draft pick was Virginia Tech’s Aeneas Pebbles in the sixth round. With Michael Pierce retiring and Brent Urban not being re-signed (not yet, at least), the Ravens lack established depth behind their returning main trio up front. Travis Jones is entering a pivotal contract year and the Ravens will need him to take a step forward. It’d also be a boost for Madubuike to perform at the All-Pro level he reached in 2023. Expect the Ravens to make another veteran free agent signing or two to bolster the depth chart further here.

Edge Rusher ​

Lock: Odafe Oweh, Kyle Van Noy, Mike Green, Tavius Robinson, Adisa Isaac

Bubble: David Ojabo

Longshot: Malik Hamm

The Ravens’ selection of Mike Green in the second round is a major boost to their edge rusher room. Green is NFL-ready and can make an impact right away as a pass-rusher. Odafe Oweh could be primed for another career-best season as he plays out 2025 on the fifth-year option. The biggest questions is what the back-half of the depth chart will look like come the regular season.

Tavius Robinson has likely solidified his spot given some flashes of pass-rushing juice and solid run defense. Adisa Isaac and David Ojabo, though, still have much to prove. Isaac was a third-round pick last year but appeared in only four games as he dealt with injuries. Ojabo has a storied injury history now through three seasons and has yet to consistently be on the field nor emerge into a defensive role. It may be unlikely the Ravens would move off the former second-round pick, but they may also not want to keep six edge rushers on the final roster. Ojabo is entering a make-or-break campaign in 2025.

Linebacker​

Lock: Roquan Smith, Trenton Simpson, Teddye Buchannan

Bubble: Jake Hummel

The Ravens drafted California’s Teddye Buchannan in the fourth round, who profiles as an immediate special teams contributor. Buchannan could also push Simpson for snaps alongside All-Pro Roquan Smith. The Ravens also signed veteran Jake Hummel this offseason, who similarly can fill a special teams role. With the Ravens losing Chris Board and Malik Harrison in free agency, they’ll need Simpson to improve after an up-and-down sophomore campaign.

Safety​

Lock: Kyle Hamilton, Malaki Starks, Ar’Darius Washington

Bubble: Sanoussi Kane, Beau Brade

With the selection of Malaki Starks in Round 1, the Ravens have a formidable safety trio between him, Kyle Hamilton, and Ar’Darius Washington. They all possess versatile skill sets that mesh well together. Starks should play a big defensive role right away. Behind them are Kane and Brade, who are both on the bubble. Brade made the roster in 2024 as an undrafted free agent, while Kane was one of the team’s final draft picks last year.

Cornerback ​

Lock: Marlon Humphrey, Nate Wiggins, Chidobe Awuzie, T.J. Tampa

Bubble: Jalyn Armour-Davis, Bilhal Kone, Robert Longerbeam

The Ravens added two more cornerbacks to their room in the sixth round. Both Kone and Longerbeam could push Armour-Davis for the fifth spot on the depth chart. Given the latter’s checkered injury history now entering his fourth career season, he can’t be considered a roster lock. After signing Awuzie to replace Brandon Stephens, the Ravens will enter the season with a formidable group top-to-bottom. Nate Wiggins could make a big leap in Year 2 alongside All-Pro Marlon Humphrey.

Specialists​

Locks: Jordan Stout, Nick Moore

Kicker: Justin Tucker, Tyler Loop

The Ravens finally drafted a kicker for the first time in franchise history. Given the uncertainty surrounding Justin Tucker’s status, it did not come as a surprise. Tyler Loop is a good prospect and could be the immediate heir apparent to Tucker. Neither can be considered a roster lock until there’s more clarity and conclusion with Tucker’s situation.

Source: https://www.baltimorebeatdown.com/2025/4/26/24418460/ravens-2025-post-draft-roster-outlook