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Ravens Finalize Draft Strategy, Reaffirm Focus on Secondary and Line Depth

With the NFL Draft days away, Baltimore emphasizes a 'best player available' approach while targeting key roster needs and leveraging their 11 picks as strategic assets.

Overview

  • General Manager Eric DeCosta confirmed the Ravens will prioritize a 'best player available' philosophy for the 2025 NFL Draft, without committing to specific positions early.
  • Reinforcing the secondary remains a priority, with plans to draft at least one cornerback and potentially a safety to address depth and future contract expirations.
  • Depth challenges on the offensive and defensive lines are a focus, following retirements, free agency departures, and multiple players entering contract years.
  • Tight end Mark Andrews is expected to return, but DeCosta has not ruled out trade possibilities or drafting another tight end given contract situations at the position.
  • The Ravens hold 11 draft picks, which DeCosta views as valuable currency for immediate roster additions, potential trades, or future opportunities.