The Baltimore Ravens’ 2024 campaign ended in familiar fashion, falling disappointingly short of their lofty hopes. The Ravens were defeated 27-25 by the Buffalo Bills in the divisional round. John Harbaugh's squad continues to fall just a little behind the Bills and Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC.
The Ravens own the No. 27 overall selection in the 2025 NFL Draft. Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry will continue carrying the Ravens forward. With 11 selections at their disposal, general manager Eric DeCosta must improve certain areas of the roster. We’ve conducted a seven-round mock draft that achieves that.
Round 1 (No. 27 overall): Aireontae Ersery, OT, Minnesota
Starting left tackle Ronnie Stanley has dealt with recurring serious injuries in Baltimore. He was terrific and available throughout 2024, but the Ravens will probably be hesitant to invest another large contract in his services given his checkered history. The Ravens could draft a replacement at No. 29 and Aireontae Ersery should be shortlisted. Ersery is physically gifted and dominant, traits DeCosta appreciates in a tackle.
Round 2 (No. 59 overall): Josaiah Stewart, EDGE, Michigan
The Ravens recorded a second-best 54 sacks in 2024, with the aging Kyle Van Noy leading the way with 12.5 takedowns. Van Noy turns 34 in March and the Ravens shouldn’t bet on a repeat performance. Instead, continuing to invest picks in pass rushers could help the Ravens maintain their level of success. Here, the Michigan to Baltimore pipeline expands with Josaiah Stewart. Stewart is explosive with desirable speed and bend.
Round 3 (No. 91 overall): Maxwell Hairston, CB, Kentucky
Starter Brandon Stephens is a free agent, and so is the failed experiment of Tre’Davious White. A third corner to join Nate Wiggins and Marlon Humphrey may be required. Maxwell Hairston is instinctive with ball skills. Hairston was a standout performer at the Senior Bowl, establishing himself as a top-100 prospect.
Round 4 (No. 128 overall): Miles Frazier, OL, LSU
Miles Frazier displayed multi-positional usefulness at the Senior Bowl, playing both guard and tackle. Starting left guard Patrick Mekari is scheduled for free agency, and so is one of his backups Josh Jones. Frazier made himself some money in Mobile, proving he'll quickly compete for a starting gig at the next level.
Round 4 (No. 136 overall): Jaylin Lane, WR, Virginia Tech
The Diontae Johnson midseason gamble failed miserably. His contract is up, and Nelson Agholor and Tylan Wallace are also slated to reach the open market. The Ravens will add receivers to play next to Zay Flowers and Rashod Bateman. Jaylin Lane is their type, a versatile inside-outside weapon with quickness and special teams capabilities. Lane would make a quick impact.
Round 5 (No. 176 overall): Caleb Ransaw, SAF, Tulane
Ar'Darius Washington and Marcus Williams combined to play more than 1,300 defensive snaps this past season. Both safeties played on expiring contracts and at least one of them is likely to depart. Caleb Ransaw proved he belonged at the Senior Bowl. Ransaw was both physical in the box and displayed man-coverage abilities.
Round 5 (No. 178 overall): Ty Robinson, DL, Nebraska
The Ravens love bigger-bodied defensive linemen. Nebraska's Ty Robinson would be a terrific schematic fit in their three-man front. Robinson could help Justin Madubuike flank Travis Jones in those early-down looks, pushing Broderick Jones for that spot, simultaneously helping replace free-agent-to-be Brent Urban in the rotational role.
Round 6 (No. 185 overall): Samuel Brown, WR, Miami
There are enough scheduled free agents at wide receiver to consider doubling down. Samuel Brown is incredibly smooth with outstanding size and fluidity. Brown was a standout at last week’s East-West Shrine Bowl.
Round 6 (No. 205 overall): Robert Longerbeam, CB, Rutgers
DeCosta loves investing multiple picks in defensive backs. He understands the importance of keeping the cupboard filled. Robert Longerbeam was an East-West Shrine standout. A ball-hawk, Longerbeam totaled 33 pass breakups and five interceptions at Rutgers.
Round 6 (No. 213 overall): Joshua Grey, IOL, Oregon State
With so many moving pieces on the offensive line, and 11 total picks, the Ravens could draft multiple offensive linemen. Joshua Grey was outstanding in practice at the East-West Shrine. Grey established himself as draftable.
Round 7 (No. 245 overall): De’Rickey Wright, LB, Vanderbilt
De’Rickey Wright played safety at Vanderbilt, but he’ll go through the process proving he can play linebacker as well. Malik Harrison and Chris Board are unrestricted free agents. Wright leaves Vanderbilt with 179 career tackles and special teams upside.
