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Ravens Wrap Up 2025 NFL Draft with Focus on Defense, Special Teams, and Depth

Baltimore's 11 draft picks include standout safety Malaki Starks, edge rusher Mike Green, and kicker Tyler Loop, signaling roster competition and long-term development.

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Auburn quarterback Payton Thorne (1) is tackled by California linebacker Teddye Buchanan, front right, as he carries the ball during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
Safety Malaki Starks, left, the Baltimore Ravens’ first-round draft pick, speaks to the media alongside defensive coordinator Zach Orr during a press conference at the Under Armour Performance Center in Owings Mills, Md., on Friday. (Kevin Richardson/Staff)

Overview

  • The Ravens used all 11 of their 2025 NFL draft picks, prioritizing defensive versatility, special teams improvements, and roster depth.
  • First-round pick Malaki Starks, a highly versatile safety from Georgia, brings reliability and flexibility to bolster the secondary.
  • Marshall edge rusher Mike Green, drafted in the second round, led the nation with 17 sacks in 2024 and adds significant pass-rushing talent.
  • Arizona kicker Tyler Loop, the Ravens’ first-ever drafted kicker, introduces competition for veteran Justin Tucker amidst an ongoing NFL investigation into Tucker's conduct.
  • For the first time under GM Eric DeCosta, Baltimore drafted three players from non-power conference schools, reflecting an expanded scouting approach.