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The Ravens are focusing on offense in their final seven-round mock draft for 2026, utilizing nearly a dozen picks. They aim to enhance their roster with playmakers and depth across key offensive positions.
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After months of waiting, the time has finally come, and the full attention of all 32 NFL teams will be on the NFL draft in Pittsburgh. The Ravens rarely move away from their organizational philosophy, and in the 31-year history of the franchise, Baltimore had never parted ways with a first-round pick in order to complete a trade, but after only registering 30 sacks last season and hiring Jesse Minter, the Ravens could go all out to add even more terror on the edge. Baltimore agreed to a four-year, $112 million deal with former Bengals edge rusher Trey Hendrickson.
This year, the NFL Draft Main Theater and Main Stage will be located just outside Acrisure Stadium on Pittsburgh's North Shore, placing the Draft at the heart of one of the country's most recognizable sports districts. The players on the open market are critical, but Baltimore builds through the draft, and Eric DeCosta will have nearly a dozen picks to help replenish the talent that's expected to depart.
Ravens final mock draft
Using the PFF mock draft simulator, the Baltimore Ravens shift focus to building around their offense in this seven-round mock draft. From wide receiver playmakers to offensive line depth and backfield support, here's how Baltimore could reload its attack for the 2026 season and beyond.
The Ravens are prioritizing offense in their strategy for the 2026 NFL Draft, focusing on wide receivers, offensive line, and backfield support.
The Ravens are expected to have nearly a dozen picks to use in the 2026 NFL Draft.
The 2026 NFL Draft will be held at Acrisure Stadium on Pittsburgh's North Shore.
The Ravens signed former Bengals edge rusher Trey Hendrickson to a four-year, $112 million deal to bolster their defense.

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Oct 18, 2025; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Southern California Trojans wide receiver Makai Lemon (6) breaks a tackle by Notre Dame Fighting Irish cornerback Leonard Moore (15) during the first half at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael Caterina-Imagn Images
The USC junior wide receiver was dominant for the Trojans last season while serving as Jayden Maiava's favorite target in the team's high-powered passing attack. He won the Biletnikoff Award as the most outstanding wide receiver in college football after he caught 79 passes for 1,156 yards and 11 touchdowns. Lemon had just three touchdown catches in his first two college seasons combined.
Lemon was third among all FBS players in receiving yards per game, with 96.3, fourth in receiving yards, and tied for seventh in touchdown receptions.
Dec 20, 2025; College Station, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies offensive lineman Chase Bisontis (71) blocks the rush during the game between the Aggies and the Hurricanes at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
A 4-star and No. 1 recruit in New Jersey, Bisontis is a 6'5", 315-pound offensive guard prospect who is an athletic marvel. He logged 1,962 snaps in his Texas A&M career, including 795 snaps, all at left guard during the 2025 season. Bisontis's elite strength will quickly translate to the next level.
AUBURN, ALABAMA - OCTOBER 11: Connor Lew #75 of the Auburn Tigers lines up against the Georgia Bulldogs during the second quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium on October 11, 2025 in Auburn, Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
Lew began the 2025 season as the starting center for the first seven games before experiencing a season-ending injury. He served as the team captain for 2025 and was Auburn's highest-graded offensive lineman in four of those seven games. In the season opener against Baylor on August 29, he contributed to the Tigers achieving a season-high of 307 rushing yards.
LANDOVER, MARYLAND - DECEMBER 14: Defensive tackle Landon Robinson #96 of the Navy Midshipmen celebrates a sack against the Army Black Knights during the first half of 125th America's Game between the Army Black Knights and the Navy Midshipmen at Northwest Stadium on December 14, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
In 2024, as a starter in every game, he earned First-Team All-AAC and All-East honors. He finished the season with 61 tackles, 5.5 tackles for loss, 4 sacks, 7 quarterback hurries, and 2 forced fumbles.
Jan 29, 2026; Mobile, AL, USA; American wide receiver Cyrus Allen (13) of Cincinnati grabs a touchdown pass during American Senior Bowl practice at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images
In 2025, Allen tied Cincinnati's single-season record for receiving touchdowns with 13, matching Marcus Barnett's record set in 2007. He concluded the year with 51 receptions for 674 yards, achieving UC's first receiving triple crown since Tyler Scott in 2022. His 88-yard touchdown at Utah was the third-longest pass play in UC history and the longest since 2015. Throughout the season, he recorded 10 receptions of 20 or more yards. Additionally, he achieved a career-high of 11 catches for 128 yards and two touchdowns in a dramatic win against Kansas, earning PFF All-Big 12 honors for that week.
Running back Kaytron Allen #13 of the Penn State Nittany Lions celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the first half of their game against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium on September 17, 2022 in Auburn, Alabama. (Photo by Michael Chang/Getty Images)
The Nittany Lions all-time leading rusher, Allen was a dependable star, logging a program-record 4,180 rushing yards, breaking Evan Royster's mark with a 160-yard performance against Nebraska last November. In a down season for his team, Allen had a career year with 1,303 rushing yards and 15 touchdowns, logging 836 yards on 140 carries in his final six games.
Dec 21, 2024; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns offensive lineman DJ Campbell (52) against the Clemson Tigers during the CFP National playoff first round at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
During his time in Austin, Campbell appeared in 48 games and made 41 starts.
Alabama Crimson Tide tight end Josh Cuevas (80) turns upfield after a catch as Auburn Tigers take on Alabama Crimson Tide at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, Ala., on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024. Alabama Crimson Tide leads Auburn Tigers 14-6 at halftime.
Cuevas secured the starting position as the No. 1 tight end during his senior year, starting 11 out of 12 games. Unfortunately, he missed the final two regular-season games and the SEC Championship due to injury. Throughout the season, he recorded 37 receptions for 411 yards and four touchdowns. Additionally, he contributed with a seven-yard rush and made one tackle. Cuevas was also selected for the Mackey Award Watch List, which honors the nation's top tight end.
Navy’s Eli Heidenreich (22) rushes with the ball during the Liberty Bowl game against the Cincinnati Bearcats on Jan. 2, 2026 at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium in Memphis, Tenn.
Heidenreich is a versatile running back who became only the second player in FBS history since 1956 to achieve both 475 or more rushing yards and 925 or more receiving yards in the same season. The only other player to accomplish this feat is Tavon Austin from West Virginia, who did so in 2012, recording 643 rushing yards and 1,289 receiving yards. Heidenreich holds the school record for the most career receiving touchdowns, with a total of 16. Additionally, his six touchdown catches in each of the last two seasons tied the school's single-season record.
Heidenreich holds the school record for the most career receiving yards with 1,994 yards. In 2025, he also set a school record with 941 receiving yards. Additionally, his 51 receptions in a single season are tied for the fifth-most in school history, and his total of 109 career catches ranks as the second most in the school's history.
Jan 28, 2026; Mobile, AL, USA; American Team quarterback Taylen Green (10) of Arkansas throws during American Senior Bowl practice at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images
Green immediately became the Razorbacks' starter after transferring from Boise State following the 2023 season. He had 2,714 passing yards, 19 touchdown throws, and 11 interceptions this season, along with 771 rushing yards (12th most among FBS QBs) and two touchdowns on the ground. A true dual threat, Green had eight games with 50 or more rushing yards.
Notre Dame corner back DeVonta Smith celebrates during the Notre Dame Blue-Gold spring football game at Notre Dame Stadium on Saturday, April 12, 2025, in South Bend.
As a senior, Smith appeared in eight games and made five starts playing under first-year Ravens DB coach Mike Mickens while at Notre Dame. He recorded a total of 20 tackles, which included 18 solo tackles and two assists, along with one tackle for loss. He also had one fumble recovery and broke up three passes. Notably, he recovered a fumble against Arkansas and recorded a season-high 5 tackles against Navy. Additionally, he recorded his first career tackle for loss in the game against Syracuse.
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