2025 NFL mock draft: Ravens address the trenches in Round 1
The Ravens are heading to Buffalo for a storyline filled AFC divisional round matchup against the second seeded Bills and quarterback Josh Allen. Even with the pregame buildup, it’s never too early for a look ahead to the 2025 NFL draft.
Baltimore has several pressing needs, and rebuilding the trenches sits at the top of the list.
USA TODAY Sports: Mike Green, Edge, Marshall
Sep 7, 2024; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Marshall Thundering Herd defensive lineman Mike Green (15) sacks Virginia Tech Hokies quarterback Kyron Drones (1) during the first quarter at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images
USA Today has Baltimore adding a pass rusher.
It’s simplistic to think the Ravens can upgrade their occasionally flagging pass rusher by bringing aboard the Football Subdivision Leader in sacks (17). But the 6-4, 248-pounder is both explosive and lithe enough to snake past blockers at the next level, and he could shore up one of this unit’s few apparent shortcomings.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Kyle Kennard, Edge, South Carolina
South Carolina Gamecocks edge Kyle Kennard (5) reacts as Vanderbilt Commodores quarterback Diego Pavia (2) protects the ball during the second half at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024.
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel has Baltimore adding a pass rusher.
Baltimore lucks into one of the most productive edge rushers in the SEC at the bottom of the first round. Pearce Jr. led the conference with 10 sacks last season and had another 7.5 in 2024. His 6-foot-5, 242-lb. frame could fill out, but for now, he has impressive length and athleticism for his size. He needs to improve in run defense, but given the depth at the position in Baltimore, Pearce Jr. could rotate in as a rookie before expanding his role in future years.
CBS Sports: Shemar Stewart, IDL, Texas A&M
Sep 2, 2023; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Shemar Stewart (4) and New Mexico Lobos running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt (5) in action during the first half at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-USA TODAY Sports
CBS Sports has Baltimore adding a physical specimen at defensive tackle.
Shemar Stewart had a breakout campaign for the Aggies with his rare physical skillset being on full display. The nearly 290-pounder gets off the line of scrimmage like an undersized edge making him a handful for opposing tackles. His inside-outside versatility is perfect for the Ravens defensive line.
PFF–27. BALTIMORE RAVENS: T JOSH CONERLY JR., OREGON
Oregon offensive linemen Nishad Strother, center, and Josh Conerly Jr., right, engage Maryland defensive lineman Jordan Phillips as the Oregon Ducks host the Maryland Terrapins at Autzen Stadium Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024 in Eugene, Ore.
PFF has Baltimore adding an All-Big 10 offensive tackle.
Oregon’s Conerly took a big step up in pass protection this year. He allowed just 10 pressures on 521 pass-blocking snaps while earning a 78.0 PFF pass-blocking grade on true pass sets. He is a true junior with two years of starting experience under his belt. The NFL will love the potential.
The Athletic –28. Baltimore Ravens: Donovan Jackson, OT/G, Ohio State
Sep 7, 2024; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes offensive lineman Donovan Jackson enters Ohio Stadium prior to a game against the Western Michigan Broncos. Mandatory Credit: Adam Cairns/USA TODAY Network via Image Images
Dane Brugler of The Athletic has Baltimore adding a versatile offensive lineman.
Jackson has been the unsung MVP of Ohio State’s run to the national championship game. After starting at left guard as a sophomore, junior and for the first five games of 2024, Jackson kicked out to left tackle — a position he hadn’t played since high school — and helped save the Buckeyes’ season after they’d suffered a key injury up front. Jackson struggled in his first start at his new position against Carter, but he’s gone the last seven games without allowing a sack.
Draft Wire –27. Baltimore Ravens – OT Josh Simmons, Ohio State
Jan 10, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes offensive lineman Josh Fryar (70) and Texas Longhorns linebacker Colin Simmons (11) in action during the game between the Texas Longhorns and the Ohio State Buckeyes at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Draft Wire has Baltimore adding an offensive tackle.
ESPN –30. Baltimore Ravens (12-5) Tyler Booker, G, Alabama*
Apr 13, 2024; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama offensive lineman Tyler Booker (52) celebrates after the offense scored a touchdown during the A-Day scrimmage at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-USA TODAY Sports
ESPN’s Jordan Reid has Baltimore adding a stout offensive guard.
