This year’s draft class is one of the most important in Ravens history.
During Lamar Jackson’s career, the Ravens have usually been a playoff team. They’re not accustomed to having the 14th-overall pick, nor do they often make 11 picks as they did during the 2026 NFL Draft.
Head Coach Jesse Minter and his staff are getting their first up-close look at the new class during this weekend’s rookie minicamp. Here are my thoughts on the Ravens after their draft haul, all in 50 words or less: