Ravens weakness comes into sharper focus with NFL draft approaching

Despite their needs at EDGE, Baltimore continues to be connected to wide receivers and interior offensive linemen as more urgent necessities. Offensive line help, particularly on the interior, makes sense. Prospects like Olaivavega Ioane have been floated as strong options, and no one would argue against reinforcing that unit after last season’s struggles.

But this is where priorities come into play. You can’t consistently win in today's NFL without affecting the quarterback. The Ravens know that as well as anyone. It has been part of their identity for years. That identity slipped in 2025, and the numbers back it up, but players at other positions continue to take center stage. Solak mentions that as well.

"Don't sleep on a first-round receiver such as Jordyn Tyson (Arizona State) or Makai Lemon (USC), either. The WR2 behind Zay Flowers has been Rashod Bateman for years now, yet he has never risen to the call. With Isaiah Likely gone and Mark Andrews getting older, Kenyon Sadiq's (Oregon) range starts here as well."

There are also layers to the current situation. Trey Hendrickson adds proven production, but one player doesn't fix an entire unit. Questions remain about depth, consistency, and long-term stability. Mike Green's development is still uncertain, and relying solely on internal growth would be a risky bet.

The good news is the draft offers solutions.

This edge class is deeper than it has been in recent years, which gives Baltimore flexibility. They don't necessarily have to force a pick at No. 14, but they also can't afford to wait too long. If anything, this feels like a year where doubling down at the position wouldn't be excessive. It would be necessary. Because if the Ravens want to get back to who they've always been, it starts up front. And this time, it can't wait, but no one should be shocked if it does wait until at least day three.

This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Ravens weakness comes into sharper focus with NFL draft approaching