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The Ravens selected 11 players in the 2026 NFL draft, with Eric DeCosta achieving significant value in his first four picks. Each player brings unique strengths as the team prepares for OTAs.
The Ravens selected 11 players in the 2026 NFL draft, with Eric DeCosta getting tremendous value with his first four picks. Value is an integral part of the draft process, and understanding the board is vital to judging how teams maximized value during the draft. Establishing actual "value" on NFL draft prospects is incredibly difficult, with all 32 NFL teams having different schemes, cultures, and ideas of what elite talent looks like.
With OTAs fast approaching, we're looking at one thing to love about each of the 11 draft picks.
One thing to like: Over his final two seasons in Happy Valley, Ioane didn't allow a single sack and drew zero holding penalties.
One Thing to like: His average of 0.69 sacks per game ranked him 19th nationally and fourth in the SEC. According to Pro Football Focus, he was the 34th-ranked pass rusher in the nation with a grade of 80.9, and He ranked 13th nationally among all edge players in Pass Rush Productivity (PRP) with a score of 10.5, which is calculated using a formula that combines sacks, hits, and hurries relative to the number of times he rushes the passer. PFF credited him with 37 quarterback hurries and nine quarterback hits.
One thing to like: A big physical receiver, 76.8 percent of his career catches resulted in either a first down or a touchdown.
The Ravens selected 11 players in the 2026 NFL draft, focusing on maximizing value with their picks.
Eric DeCosta is the general manager of the Ravens, and he played a key role in selecting players and maximizing draft value.
The Ravens' draft class is noted for its value, particularly in the first four picks, which may differ from other teams' selections based on their unique strategies.
Value in the NFL draft refers to how well teams maximize their picks based on player potential and fit within their specific schemes.

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One thing to love: Sarratt is able to adjust to the football, and he had just a 4.5 percent drop rate in 2025, making him a back-shoulder machine for the Hoosiers. Sarratt had 32 catches of 20-plus yards the last two seasons (the same number as Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith).
Built in the mold of Isaiah Likely, Hibner was a versatile tight end in SMU head coach Rhett Lashlee's offense, rotating between the slot, inline, and wing.
Rivers didn’t miss a game because of injury (3,588 career snaps).
Cuevas brings experience from a major program at Alabama, where he developed as a reliable option in both the passing game and as a blocker. His ability to contribute in multiple roles fits the Ravens' preference for tight ends who can line up in different spots and create matchup challenges.
At Clemson, Randall showcased his dual-threat ability, becoming just the fourth player in program history to record at least 750 rushing yards and 750 passing yards. His ability to contribute in multiple ways — whether as a runner, passer, or gadget option — adds another layer to an already creative offensive scheme.
Eckley arrives from Michigan State with a strong leg and the ability to control field position, traits that are critical in Baltimore's emphasis on special teams. His consistency and hang time give him an immediate chance to compete, especially in a system that values precision and situational awareness. Eckley led the FBS with an impressive punting average of 48.5 yards, which ranks as the second-best single-season average in Michigan State University history.
The 6-3, 298-pound Benny played the 2i-, three- and four-technique positions in former defensive coordinator Wink Martindale's four-man front.
7-253: G Evan Beerntsen, OL
A well-traveled college athlete, Beernsten spent six seasons at South Dakota State before spending his final college year at Northwestern. The 25-year-old spent most of his time at right guard and offers the potential to slide to center.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: One thing to love about every pick in the Ravens' 2026 NFL draft class