The 2026 NFL Draft is officially complete, and the Baltimore Ravens once again walked away with one of the league’s most respected hauls. Baltimore entered the weekend needing offensive line help, edge depth, pass-catching options, and secondary reinforcements. General manager Eric DeCosta addressed all of it across 11 selections.
The Ravens focused heavily on toughness in the trenches while also adding multiple skill-position weapons for quarterback Lamar Jackson. Several analysts, including ESPN, viewed Baltimore as one of the more efficient teams in the class.
Baltimore Ravens 2026 Draft Picks
| Round | Pick | Player | Position | School |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14 | Vega Ioane | G | Penn State Nittany Lions |
| 2 | 45 | Zion Young | EDGE | Missouri Tigers |
| 3 | 80 | Ja’Kobi Lane | WR | USC Trojans |
| 4 | 115 | Elijah Sarratt | WR | Indiana Hoosiers |
| 4 | 133 | Matthew Hibner | TE | SMU Mustangs |
| 5 | 162 | Chandler Rivers | CB | Duke Blue Devils |
| 5 | 173 | Josh Cuevas | TE | Alabama Crimson Tide |
| 5 | 174 | Adam Randall | RB | Clemson Tigers |
| 6 | 211 | Ryan Eckley | P | Michigan State Spartans |
| 7 | 250 | Rayshaun Benny | DT | Michigan Wolverines |
| 7 | 253 | Evan Beerntsen | G | Northwestern Wildcats |
Pick-by-Pick Grades
Round 1: Vega Ioane — A
Baltimore’s biggest need was interior offensive line help, and they landed one of the draft’s best guards. Powerful, technically sound, and NFL-ready.
Round 2: Zion Young — A-
A physical pass rusher who fits the Ravens’ defensive identity. Strong value in Round 2.
Round 3: Ja’Kobi Lane — B+
Big-bodied receiver with red-zone upside. Gives Baltimore another vertical threat.
Round 4: Elijah Sarratt — B
Reliable target with productive college résumé. Solid depth addition.
Round 4: Matthew Hibner — B+
Athletic tight end who fits Baltimore’s heavy-tight-end schemes.
Round 5: Chandler Rivers — B
Competitive defensive back with slot and special teams value.
Round 5: Josh Cuevas — B-
Developmental tight end depth selection.
Round 5: Adam Randall — B
Versatile offensive weapon who could carve out a role.
Round 6: Ryan Eckley — B
Specialists matter. Potential long-term punter solution.
Round 7: Rayshaun Benny — A-
Excellent late-round value. Rotational defensive tackle upside.
Round 7: Evan Beerntsen — B
Developmental offensive lineman with scheme fit.
Best Pick
Vega Ioane
Baltimore needed line help badly, and Ioane projects as an immediate starter.
Sleeper Pick
Rayshaun Benny
Strong value this late in the draft with a real chance to stick on the roster.
Most Intriguing Pick
Ja’Kobi Lane
If developed properly, he could become a major weapon for Lamar Jackson.
Overall Ravens Draft Grade: A-
The Ravens did what good organizations do: they filled needs without reaching, added trench talent, and found upside on Day 3. It may not have been the flashiest class, but it was one of the smartest. Baltimore once again looks deeper, tougher, and more complete heading into 2026.
