New Blood in Baltimore: Ravens' 2025 Draft Selections

The Baltimore Ravens entered the 2025 NFL Draft with a clear and focused mission: to build a foundation for sustained success while adding dynamic new talent to key positions. With a blend of careful strategy, sharp scouting, and a commitment to long-term growth, the Ravens have bolstered their roster with players who bring a mix of athleticism, versatility, and leadership. General Manager Eric DeCosta and head coach John Harbaugh were clearly focused on strengthening areas that would help the team contend for championships in the coming season and for years to come.

This year's draft class features a range of explosive playmakers, smart defenders, and future stars poised to immediately impact both sides of the ball. From the hard-hitting secondary to the deep and dynamic receiving corps, Baltimore's newest recruits seamlessly blend skill, energy, and potential into the team's tough, relentless football culture. Whether it's finding the next game-changing wide receiver, a powerful force in the trenches, or a lockdown cornerback, the Ravens have positioned themselves for continued dominance in the AFC North and beyond.

Round 1, Pick 27: Malaki Starks, S, Georgia

The Ravens got their man in Malaki Starks. There were multiple sources that this was going to be the 1st pick the Ravens were to select if Starks was still available, and it happened. The fact that Starks was just dropped into the Ravens' lap is just criminal. Not only does he have the equivalent of a veteran IQ NFL player, but in his three-year career at Georgia, Starks amassed 197 total tackles, 87 solo tackles, and five interceptions. Starks on the Ravens gives star safety Kyle Hamilton more freedom to move around the field, whether up close in the blitz or the dropback.

This also allows Hamilton not to have to cover DBs, as Starks can fill in that role if need be (thank God Brandon Stephens and Marcus Williams are no longer on the team). Starks and Hamilton are going to be a lethal combo in the backfield, and the Ravens' pass defense is going to be on lockdown, especially with DC Zach Orr having better familiarity leading the defense in his second year.

Round 2, Pick 59: Mike Green, Edge, Marshall

Mike Green's selection in the second round was questionable. Letting the Ravens have him is catastrophic. I get it; Green's college career has been clouded with accusations of sexual assault in high school and at his former alma mater, Virginia. No charges have been put on the table, but he was put under the microscope heavily by almost every team in the league. Ravens head coach John Harbaugh and GM Eric DeCosta have stated that they have checked all the boxes in the current investigation, speaking with investigators and everyone involved with the process, and decided to safely move forward with drafting Green, with DeCosta saying he is "Comfortable" with Green.

In his time at Marshall, Green amassed 17 sacks, leading the nation and setting a new Sun Belt Conference record with that sack count. Green is a force on defense, one the Ravens will hope can hit the ground running and meet the expectations they wanted from David Ojabo (who has not been able to recreate the success he had in college).

Round 3, Pick 91: Emery Jones, OT, LSU

The acquisition of Emery Jones is to fill the void left by Patrick Mekari. Jones is a possible swing tackle for the Ravens, one that can produce better than Mekari did. While Emery Jones played Right Tackle at LSU, John Harbaugh reiterated that Jones could play the Right Guard position or be that swing tackle who can play all offensive line positions for the Ravens. This is a much-needed depth piece for an offensive line that has been inconsistent in recent years, especially at the guard position.

Round 4, Pick 129: Teddye Buchanan, LB, California

Here is another depth piece for the Ravens and a possible elite pass rusher. In his time at Cal, Buchanan was selected as the first-team All-ACC, leading the team with 114 tackles and 12 for loss. Buchanan also had a pair of forced fumbles and five sacks, proving his elite tackling prowess. Buchanan is an excellent piece that the Ravens can add anywhere on the front line or in the back next to Roquan Smith. Buchanan is an investment that can be developed into an elite pass rusher for the Ravens.

Round 5, Pick 141: Carson Vinson, OL, Alabama A&M

Another great investment for the Ravens. Vinson is a fantastic run blocker, can easily open up holes for running lanes, and is a consistent pass blocker. Not to mention, at the Senior Bowl showcase, he manhandled Bengals first-round pick Shemar Stewart. A fifth-round pick easily tossing a first-round pick, my word that's the story. Vinson could definitely win that starting Left Guard position during training camp and be that consistent run blocker on the left side next to star Left Tackle Ronnie Stanley, which the Ravens have been looking for.

Round 6, Pick 178: Bihal Kone, CB, Western Michigan

The Ravens had a ton of sixth-round picks, so let's dive into it. First up is Bihal Kone, who provides some much-needed depth in the corner position. Kone was one of the four players in the FBS with 70+ tackles and an excellent pass defender at Western Michigan. He will be a depth piece in the corner position for the Ravens and part of the special teams unit.

Round 6, Pick 186: Tyler Loop, K, Arizona

And here is the biggest insurance policy pick the Ravens made in the draft. For the first time in franchise history, the Ravens drafted a kicker. Loop can be described as one or two ways for the Ravens. One, he is the insurance pick, depending on how the Justin Tucker investigation plays out. Two, he is the heir apparent to Tucker. After Tucker had his worst season, the Ravens' investment in a kicker makes the most sense for the team. Loop could very well be the heir, as he has hit from 50+ in his time at Arizona and 65 and 70 in his showcase. Safe to say we might be seeing the end of Justin Tucker as a Raven, and the Ravens are looking at new blood to fill the shoes.

Round 6, Pick 203: LaJohntay Wester, WR, Colorado

So the Ravens did take a player from the famous Buffs team. Wester will be a good depth piece in the crowded wide receiver room, but his primary use will be as a special-teams returner. He was the kick returner at Colorado, and the Ravens desperately need a kick returner, so enter LaJohntay Wester. The Ravens made a great choice as they checked off another piece that was needed.

Round 6, Pick 210: Aenees Peebles, DT, Virginia Tech

Here is an interesting one for you. The Ravens do need another Tackle on defense, and Peebles is a great pickup. He is a good pass rusher and is good at getting penetration off the snap. But he is limited due to his size. He is not an ideal DT at only 6'0", 282 pounds. He will have to be fast and be creative in his motions to get off the snap fast. But he was picked by the Ravens, so they see something in him that will be a game changer for the defensive line.

Round 6, Pick 212: Robert Longbeamer, CB, Rugers

Finally, at the end of Round six, the Ravens added another corner depth piece with Robert Longbeamer. He is fantastic in zone coverage, but he lacks tackling and top-end speed ability. I expect him to be a part of the special teams unit, only taking a few reps as a corner.

Round 7, Pick 243: Garrett Dillenger, G, LSU

Finally, in their last pick of the draft, the Ravens went with LSU Guard Garrett Dillenger, another depth piece. Dillener is an excellent run blocker, but he is inconsistent with his recovery skills. This means he is not good at recovering his block when a defender sheds him. I expect him to be a developmental add to the Ravens, maybe a player they can use down the line.

Final Draft Grade: A+

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