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Ravens GM Eric DeCosta calls No. 14 pick a 'sweet spot'
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Ravens GM Eric DeCosta highlighted the No. 14 pick in the NFL Draft as a 'sweet spot' for enhancing the team around quarterback Lamar Jackson. He emphasized the potential to acquire valuable offensive and defensive players while also expressing excitement about later rounds.
DeCosta Calls No. 14 Pick a 'Sweet Spot' for Ravens in NFL Draft
Speaking at the team's predraft luncheon, Baltimore Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta pointed to the team's position at No. 14 overall as a key opportunity to strengthen the roster around quarterback Lamar Jackson.
*"*Well, I think it's positioned that way," DeCosta said. "When we look at it at [pick] 14… that's typically a different type of player that you can get. Looking at the board, we see tremendous value offensive-line-wise… receiver-wise… So, I feel like it's a sweet spot for us. We have a chance to address some positions early on, but also, I'm excited about what we see in the third, fourth, and fifth rounds as well."
DeCosta added that increased collaboration with the coaching staff, led by Jesse Minter, has helped expand the team's board and overall draft flexibility — giving Baltimore multiple paths to upgrade its supporting cast.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Ravens GM Eric DeCosta on No. 14 NFL Draft pick
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What did Ravens GM Eric DeCosta say about the No. 14 pick in the NFL Draft?
Eric DeCosta described the No. 14 pick as a 'sweet spot' for the Ravens, indicating it offers a unique opportunity to strengthen the roster with valuable players.
How does the Ravens' coaching staff influence their draft strategy?
Increased collaboration with the coaching staff has expanded the Ravens' draft board and flexibility, allowing them to explore multiple options for upgrading the team.
