The draft starts in Mobile, which is the slogan, and some of the Nation’s best Seniors have descended upon Alabama for Reese’s Senior Bowl practices and Saturday’s huge all-star game.
The Baltimore Ravens have started their off-season plans, and as the organization looks to regroup and keep their Super Bowl window open, they’ll need to retool through the draft and could have 11 picks in April’s selection process.
We’re previewing prospects that could become future Ravens.
We’re moving on to the wide receiver position. Baltimore has Zay Flowers and Rashod Bateman, all under contract for next season.
Jaylin Noel, WR, Iowa State
Dec 7, 2024; Arlington, TX, USA; Iowa State Cyclones wide receiver Jaylin Noel (13) catches a pass for a touchdown in front of Arizona State Sun Devils defensive back Kyan McDonald (38) during the second half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
According to Senior Bowl Director Jim Nagy, Iowa State Cyclones pass-catcher Jaylin Noel is 5’9 3/4″, 196 lbs. He’s a densely built receiver with experience in the slot and out wide. Noel is a natural separator on complex intermediate routes and deep fades.
Da’Quan Felton, WR, Virginia Tech
Oct 17, 2024; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies wide receiver Da’Quan Felton (9) runs the ball against Boston College Eagles defensive back KP Price (20) during the first quarter at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images
Felton was a small school prospect who gained national acclaim after transferring to the Virginia Tech Hokies. He is an athletic marvel at 6-foot-5 and could entice an NFL team to draft him as a project player.
Xavier Restrepo, WR, Miami
Nov 2, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Hurricanes wide receiver Xavier Restrepo (7) runs with the football for a touchdown against the Duke Blue Devils during the fourth quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Restrepo was a consensus All-American in 2024 when he rewrote the Hurricanes record books. He finished his career with 200 catches for 2,844 yards and 21 touchdowns.
Isaac TeSlaa, WR, Arkansas
Dec 27, 2024; Memphis, TN, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks wide receiver Isaac TeSlaa (4) runs after a catch for a first down during the first quarter against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
TeSlaa declared for the draft after catching 28 passes for 545 yards and three touchdowns for the 7-6 Razorbacks.
Arian Smith, WR, Georgia
Jan 2, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Arian Smith (11) runs with the ball after making a catch as Notre Dame Fighting Irish safety Xavier Watts (0) attempts a tackle while side judge JB Garza collides with Bulldogs cornerback Parker Jones (39) on the bench during the second quarter at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Smith was the Bulldogs leading receiver in 2024 when he caught 48 passes for 817 yards and four touchdowns.
Pat Bryant, WR, Illinois
Nov 30, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Pat Bryant (13) catches a pass against Northwestern Wildcats during the second half at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
Bryant earned All-Big Ten and All-American honors in 2024 after catching 54 passes for 984 yards and a school-record 10 touchdowns.
