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Ravens Are No. 1 in AFC Post-Draft Power Rankings

The Kansas City Chiefs and Buffalo Bills are the only AFC teams with more wins than the Ravens over the past three seasons, but one pundit believes Baltimore is now at the top of the conference hierarchy.

The Ravens are No. 1 inCBS Sports Jordan Dajanis post-draft AFC power rankings.

"The Ravens' draft is actually a reason why I have them No. 1 over the Chiefs and Bills in these post-draft power rankings," Dajani wrote. "Baltimore found a way to keep left tackle Ronnie Stanley and then signed DeAndre Hopkins in free agency, but also drafted the best safety in this class with Malaki Starks at No. 27 overall, then found a first-round talent in Mike Green at No. 59 overall -- who led the FBS with 17 sacks last season.

"Baltimore also made THREE sixth-round picks I liked: cornerback Bilhal Kone, who has great length, defensive lineman Aeneas Peebles, who has a high motor, and slot cornerback Robert Longerbeam."

The Ravens will play the Chiefs and the Bills this season. Both games are on the road.

Sports Illustrated Writer Questions Ravens' Draft Strategy, Drops Them to No. 7 in Power Rankings

While the prevailing opinion among pundits is that the Ravens strengthened one of the NFL's most talented rosters in the draft,Sports Illustrateds Conor Orrhas a different take.

Orr acknowledged that the Ravens had "an excellent draft," but still put them at No. 7 in his post-draft power rankings, down two spots from where they were in his post-free agency rankings.

"This defense will be able to evolve with the addition of another rangy safety (Malaki Starks) and high-upside edge (Mike Green)," Orr wrote. "However, the team took a new kicker before addressing any skill positions on the offensive side of the ball. Does the offense have the tools to evolve, too?"

I believe the answer to Orr's question is yes.

While the Ravens only added one offensive skill position player in the draft (Colorado wide receiver LaJohntay Wester in the sixth round), all the key players from last season's No. 1 offense in yards are back in Todd Monken's third season as offensive coordinator.

Baltimore has an elite quarterback in Lamar Jackson; an outstanding running back room featuring Derrick Henry, Justice Hill, and Keaton Mitchell; a talented wide receiver corps led by Zay Flowers, Rashod Bateman, and Hopkins; and arguably the league's top tight end trio in Mark Andrews, Isaiah Likely, and Charlie Kolar.

The Ravens also drafted three offensive linemen, including third-rounder Emery Jones Jr., to bolster a group led by Stanley, center Tyler Linderbaum, and right tackle Roger Rosengarten. Starting right guard Daniel Faalele, a Pro Bowl alternate last season, also returns, as does Andrew Voorhees, who began last season as the starting left guard before suffering an injury.

League Executives Offer 'Unfiltered Thoughts' on Ravens' Draft

We've heard from plenty of pundits with their thoughts on the Ravens' draft, but how do league executives feel about Baltimore's haul?

The Athletics Mike Sandoasked them for their unfiltered thoughts on every AFC team's draft. The Ravens' first two picks (Starks and Green) were praised.

One executive said Starks has a "super high" ceiling and was the best player available when the Ravens chose him at No. 27 overall.

Green was called one of the three best pass rushers in the draft by one evaluator, who compared him to former Pittsburgh Steelers All-Pro James Harrison.

"You can drop a guy like that into a sound culture easier than at a place that is rebuilding without leadership," another executive said.

Ravens Again Named Landing Spot if Dolphins Trade Jalen Ramsey

Two weeks after it was announced that the Miami Dolphins and cornerback Jalen Ramsey were mutually exploring trade options, the seven-time Pro Bowl cornerback has yet to be moved.

Several pundits have named the Ravens as a potential landing spot, withNFL.coms Nick Shookthe latest. He noted that the structure of Ramsey's contract makes it likely the Dolphins will wait until after June 1 to complete a deal with a trade partner.

"After injuries ravaged its secondary in 2023, Baltimore has routinely attempted to add depth to the group over the last two offseasons," Shook wrote. "Last year, they drafted Nate Wiggins near the end of the first round. This year, they added Chidobe Awuzie in free agency and drafted Robert Longerbeam in the sixth round. That might seem like a crowded room, but if there's any team that consistently kicks the tires on known veterans looking to chase a ring, it's the Ravens.

"The financial side might not work out, but adding Ramsey would fit with their tendency to welcome in proven players who have the chance to make an instant impact and further strengthen a roster that is already expected to contend for a title."

Wide Receiver, Cornerback Are Popular Positions for Ravens in 2026 Mock Drafts

Going through mock draft withdrawal? Never fear. The way-too-early 2026 mock drafts are out.

Here's a look at the players mocked to the Ravens thus far:

CB Malik Muhammad, Texas

ESPNs Jordan Reid:Muhammad's attitude and upside would be a perfect fit for Zach Orr's defense. His 11 pass breakups tied for the 15th most in the FBS last season, and he didn't give up a touchdown as a zone-heavy corner. Scouts want to see him generate more turnovers (only one interception in two seasons), but he'll get opportunities to show that progress with Jahdae Barron and Andrew Mukuba now in the NFL."

WR Evan Stewart, Oregon

The Athletics Dane Brugler:"A former five-star recruit, Stewart teases high-level receiving talent (see the Boise State and Ohio State tapes from last season) but needs to string together better consistency to be taken this early. Will 2025 finally be his breakout year?

WR Denzel Boston, Washington

Pro Football Focus Max Chadwick and Dalton Wasserman:"Boston finally got his chance to shine after being buried in Washington's loaded receiving corps during his first two seasons. His 6-foot-4 frame and fluidity are similar to those of Jayden Higgins, whom the Texans just selected 34th overall in this year's draft. Baltimore could use a player like Boston in a receiving corps that lacks size."

CB Jyaire Hill, Michigan

Fox Sports Rob Rang:"A nagging injury that kept star Will Johnson off the field for much of the 2024 season pushed Hill onto the field as a sophomore; at times, he struggled, guessing wrong and being beaten for three touchdowns. He has the frame, physicality and speed, however, to excite scouts. I see a gifted prospect ready to take a big leap forward in 2025."

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