The Baltimore Ravens enter the 2026 NFL Draft with one of the more intriguing decisions at pick No. 14, and experts across the league are split on how Baltimore will approach the selection. Many believe the Ravens will prioritize adding a dynamic wide receiver to elevate the passing attack, especially if a top-tier playmaker falls into their range. Others point to the offensive line, especially the offensive guard, as a strong possibility, as the team has always valued protection and physicality in the trenches. In either case, the consensus is that Baltimore is positioned to land an immediate contributor at a premium position.
There is also a growing expectation that general manager Eric DeCosta could let the board dictate the decision rather than force a need. Some experts suggest a trade-down scenario remains firmly in play if multiple teams look to move up, allowing the Ravens to accumulate additional picks while still targeting value (Vega Ioane) later in the first round. Whether it's a wide receiver, offensive lineman, or a strategic move back, the prevailing belief is that Baltimore will remain disciplined — and potentially capitalize on unexpected opportunities when they're on the clock at No. 14.
With the draft now just hours away, NFL draft experts weigh in on what the Ravens will do at pick No. 14, with multiple scenarios in play as Baltimore targets offensive upgrades.
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The Ravens gave up 45 sacks in 2025 (12th most in the NFL) and are still in need of clear upgrades along the interior of their offensive line. Ioane was as steady as they come during his career at Penn State. He didn't allow a single sack over the past two seasons and is the definition of a tone-setter up front. Ioane's strong base, balanced feet and strength would provide a major boost in protecting quarterback Lamar Jackson.
Eric DeCosta takes the best offensive lineman on the board. The 6-foot-5 1/2, 311-pounder is the perfect mauler/brawler to help the Ravens re-establish their brand as a rough-and-rugged squad within the trenches.
Jeff Zrebiec, Baltimore, landing the Penn State road grader.
The Ravens ranked third from last in team pass-rush grade last season. Baltimore has already taken major steps to revamp its edge unit, moving on from three of its top five players and signing Trey Hendrickson. The team would benefit from adding a second edge defender opposite Hendrickson.
Faulk fits the Ravens not only as a pass rusher but also as a run defender. He earned an 83.4 run-defense grade in 2024 and an 85.5 mark in 2025.
I considered taking Ioane at No. 11 -- and there's a chance he goes higher than that Thursday -- but this is a best-case scenario for the Ravens. Ioane is the cleanest prospect in the class.
The Ravens' biggest offensive weakness last season was in the trenches. Ioane immediately upgrades it, filling a need at guard and helping to offset the loss of center Tyler Linderbaum. Ioane is a mauling blocker with a nasty temperament, can get out into space, and is equally strong as a run and pass blocker (zero sacks allowed in 2025). In a draft class with questions about "star" power up top, taking a premier guard prospect (and arguably the draft's top offensive lineman) seems like a wise investment.
Ioane has been the most popular Ravens mock draft pick for good reason. The same was true last year for safety Malaki Starks. Sometimes it just makes too much sense.
The Oregon tight end is one of the most athletic players in this draft class and would bring a rare skill set with him to Baltimore. He ran the 40 in 4.39 seconds and has a 43.5-inch vertical jump. Sadiq has drawn comparisons to former 49ers tight end Vernon Davis when Davis was entering the draft, and Sadiq is in a class of his own when it comes to testing ability. He was a finalist for the Mackey Award last year and finished the season with 51 catches for 560 yards and eight touchdowns. He would give the Ravens another dynamic offensive weapon, and ESPN's Mel Kiper said other teams in the AFC North certainly wouldn't be happy to have Sadiq end up in Baltimore.
Baltimore still has several needs to address, but the interior offensive line feels like the cleanest path after Tyler Linderbaum’s departure. Ioane gives the Ravens a Day 1 tone-setter inside who can help stabilize the run game around Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry while protecting the offense’s identity.
Despite the departures of Isaiah Likely and Charlie Kolar, tight end isn’t a major need with Mark Andrews still at the top of Baltimore’s depth chart. But Sadiq is more of a dynamic asset who can line up across the formation and block his tail off. He would give Baltimore a multidimensional pass catcher.
We've officially got a run on Receivers going! Tyson is arguably the most talented WR prospect in the draft, but his medicals are a huge deal. He missed a lot of time with injury in his college career, but if a team is comfortable with his medical evaluation, he could go higher than this.
Any number of directions this team could go. But reloading the middle of the offensive line – especially with a guy who truly “plays like a Raven,” the ever-important mantra to this organization – makes so much sense as Baltimore tries to get QB Lamar Jackson back on an MVP trajectory. And the thought of RB Derrick Henry running behind Ioane? Truly terrifying.
The Ravens have questions along their offensive line for the present and future, and I've spoken with people from some teams who think Fano is a potential five-position prospect. This is an easy match of skill and play style to the team, as well.
This, of course, is going to happen. It might not feel like the most Ravens pick of all-time, but it feels like it. The Ravens always sit there and get the biggest no-brainer or best value pick in the draft. Vega Ioane is the best offensive lineman in this draft. He does play on the interior, so that's why he slides a bit, but the Ravens get the toughest and nastiest offensive lineman available at No. 14, running to the commissioner to get the pick in. Baltimore also has to replace Tyler Linderbaum in the interior of that offensive line.
The Miami edge is a power-based, relentless defender who produced at a high level in 2025 (54 tackles, 15.5 TFL, 9.5 sacks, plus a forced fumble and an interception). Adding him to a group that already includes Trey Hendrickson, Tavius Robinson, and Mike Green would give Baltimore a much-needed boost off the edge after finishing with just 30 sacks last season (tied for the third fewest in the NFL).