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25 Best NFL Draft Fits for the Baltimore Ravens — Ranked by Round and Impact

The 2026 NFL Draft is finally upon us, which means the Baltimore Ravens' big board is likely set, finalized and ripe for the picking with their 11 selections, tied for the second-most in the league.

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Three Draft Pitfalls The Ravens Must Avoid Tonight

It’s easy to overthink things this close to the draft. Or fall into old habits. So much time and effort has gone into the preparation, and these has been so much information and quasi information about what will or could happen that it can play tricks on your mind.

Zay Flowers News / Field Level Media / April 23

Reports: Ravens give WR Zay Flowers 5th-year, $27.3M extension

The Baltimore Ravens picked up wide receiver Zay Flowers' option for his fifth NFL season, mutiple outlets reported Thursday. He will play the 2026 season on the final season of his four-year, $14 million rookie contract, with the $27.3 million option covering the 2027 season.

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The 'First round QB's since 2000' quiz

Since the year 2000, a total of 77 quarterbacks have been selected in the first round of the annual NFL Draft. How many of the 77 can you name in six minutes?

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Ranking the offensive play-caller for each NFL team

Offense is the name of the game in the modern NFL, and offensive play callers have never been more creative. Here's a look at the top NFL play-callers from 1-32 early in the 2022 season.

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First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Dane Brugler all link Ty Simpson with one team

Predraft visit fuels speculation regarding certain Cardinals move

Panthers may be hoping this offensive weapon falls to them in first round of NFL Draft

Jermod McCoy hit with massive injury red flag days before NFL Draft

Mel Kiper Jr., Dane Brugler share huge predictions about blockbuster Cowboys, Browns NFL Draft trade

Zay Flowers News / Pro Football Rumors / April 23

Ravens Exercise WR Zay Flowers’ Fifth-Year Option

Last month, it was reported the Ravens were likely to pick up Zay Flowers‘ fifth-year option. To no surprise, Baltimore is following through on that in advance of the May 1 deadline.

NFL Week 9: Picks and preview

Can Seattle keep it going? Will there be any further separation in the middle of the pack? And will things get even worse for struggling traditional powers like Green Bay? Let’s get to the games.

Baltimore Ravens News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / April 23

Ravens New Coaching Staff Have Been Valuable Assets in Prospect Evaluations

With a seismic change at the top of the organization, going from long-time head coach John Harbaugh to Jesse Minter, the Baltimore Ravens front office has welcomed the new insights that have come from the new staff of assistant coaches during the evaluation process leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft.

NFL News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / April 23

If This Mock Draft Is Even Close To Being Correct, The Ravens Are Taking One Of These Three Players

If This Mock Draft Is Even Close To Being Correct, The Ravens Are Taking One Of These Four Players Indulge me if you will, and let’s try a little exercise.

Ranking the next five-year windows for each NFL team

Every NFL team tries to build a dynasty and win Super Bowls, but only a select few in NFL history have found such consistency. Over the next five years, these are the teams that have the best chance at ultimate success.

Baltimore Ravens News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / April 22

One Thing the Ravens Cannot Afford to Get Wrong in the NFL Draft

The Baltimore Ravens fell well short of their lofty preseason expectations in 2025. They spent all spring and summer being praised for how loaded and well-balanced

Eric Decosta News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / April 22

Biggest Steals And Busts Of The Eric DeCosta Ravens Era – What Went Right And Wrong

The length and breadth of the Eric DeCosta Era of Ravens football still obviously pales in comparison to Ozzie Newsome’s legendary stint running the team.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

Baltimore Ravens News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / April 22

The Baltimore Ravens NFL Draft Big Board: Top Targets for Every Round

The 2026 NFL Draft is mere hours away, and while the Baltimore Ravens are headed to Pittsburgh armed with an arsenal of 11 total picks, they are expected to come out of draft weekend with less than 11 draftees.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 22

NFL agrees to the Steelers’ owner’s draft request that will anger Ravens fans

Just two days before the 2026 NFL Draft, Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy has openly shared his vision for the team’s quarterback depth. The

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Baltimore Ravens News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / April 22

The 10 Best Late-Round Steals in Baltimore Ravens History (And Why They Slipped)

Established in 1996, the Baltimore Ravens have been around for a fraction of the time that many of the oldest teams in the league, yet are still considered one of the model franchises despite not being a blue blood like the Dallas Cowboys or their arch rival Pittsburgh Steelers.

Baltimore Ravens News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / April 21

What Nnamdi Badubuike's Expected to Return to Ravens Means for Baltimore in 2026

After nearly seven months of speculation, secrecy, uncertainty, and at times dread over the worst-case scenario, the Baltimore Ravens finally have some clarity on whether they'll have one of their franchise cornerstone players back on the field for 2026 and beyond.

Baltimore Ravens News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / April 21

Ravens NFL Draft Rumors: What’s Real, What’s Smoke, and What to Watch

The Ravens certainly enjoy zigging when others think they will zag. But when it comes to the top of the draft, they’ve been fairly easy to predict in recent years.

Baltimore Ravens News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 21

Ravens’ sack king who suffered career-threatening injury undergoes surgery that should allow comeback

While the Baltimore Ravens contemplate their draft options, one player’s injury from 2025 clouds the issue. However, the sack king who suffered a career-threatening injury underwent surgery that should allow him to make a comeback.

Baltimore Ravens News / EasySportz / April 21

Doctors Hopeful Ravens’ Madubuike Can Return This Season After Neck Surgery

BALTIMORE — The Baltimore Ravens may receive a major boost along their defensive front this season after defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike reportedly underwent successful neck surgery, with doctors now hopeful he will be able to resume playing in 2026.

Baltimore Ravens News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / April 21

One Dream NFL Draft Trade That Could Change the Baltimore Ravens Overnight

NFL Draft season also means optimism is at its highest point of the year: it’s the only moment where all 32 teams actually end up better than where they started.

Tyler Linderbaum News / Athlon Sports / April 21

Ravens Predicted to Draft Tyler Linderbaum Replacement in First Round

The Baltimore Ravens entered the offseason with major changes, starting with the firing of longtime head coach John Harbaugh. The team has since seen several departures in free agency, with three-time Pro Bowl center Tyler Linderbaum emerging as the most significant loss.