The Ravens will look drastically different on both sides of the football field after undergoing massive changes in player personnel and the coaching staff.
Eric DeCosta started the off-season with urgency, signing Justin Madubuike, one of the league’s best defensive linemen, to an extension. After inking Madubuike to a deal, Baltimore landed Derrick Henry for two years and $16 million.
However, the Ravens suffered significant free-agent losses. Patrick Queen (Steelers), Geno Stone (Bengals), and Gus Edwards (Chargers) were among eight free agents to sign elsewhere. Baltimore also traded Morgan Moses to the Jets and released Tyus Bowser in a cost-cutting move.
With the second wave of free agency set to begin, we’re reviewing an updated first-round mock draft.
1. Chicago Bears: Caleb Williams, QB, USC
Jan 2, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; USC Trojans quarterback Caleb Williams (13) in action during the game between the USC Trojans and the Tulane Green Wave in the 2023 Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
The Bears traded Justin Fields to the Steelers, freeing up Caleb Williams to Chicago.
2. Washington Commanders: Drake Maye, QB, UNC
Nov 11, 2023; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Drake Maye (10) looks to pass as Duke Blue Devils linebacker Tre Freeman (12) defends in the first overtime at Kenan Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
With a new ownership group in place, Dan Quinn as head coach and Kliff Kingsbury as offensive coordinator, Washington resets with Drake Maye as the quarterback.
3. New England Patriots: Marvin Harrison Jr., WR, Ohio State
Ohio State wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. (18) makes catch against Michigan defensive back Gemon Green during the first half at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022.
After signing Jacoby Brissett, the Patriots nab the best wide receiver in America.
4. Arizona Cardinals: Malik Nabers, WR, LSU
Malik Nabers 8 runs the ball during the LSU Tigers Spring Game at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, LA. SCOTT CLAUSE/USA TODAY NETWORK. Saturday, April 22, 2023. Lsu Spring Football 9612
The Cardinals covet Marvin Harrison Jr., but they’ll settle for pairing Malik Nabers with Kyler Murray.
5. Los Angeles Chargers: Rome Odunze, WR, Washington
Nov 26, 2022; Pullman, Washington, USA; Washington Huskies wide receiver Rome Odunze (1) jumps into he end zone for a touchdown against Washington State Cougars defensive back Chau Smith-Wade (6) in the second half at Gesa Field at Martin Stadium. Washington won 51-33. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports
After trading Keenan Allen and watching Mike Williams sign with the Jets, the Chargers reload with a Pac 12 star.
6. New York Giants: Joe Alt, OT, Notre Dame
Sep 30, 2023; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils defensive end R.J. Oben (94) tries to get past the block of Notre Dame Fighting Irish offensive lineman Joe Alt (76) during the second half at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports
Alt is a dominant left tackle, and a sure thing at right or left tackle.
7. Tennessee Titans: Brock Bowers, TE, Georgia
Georgia Bulldogs tight end Brock Bowers (19) runs after a catch during the third quarter as Auburn Tigers take on Georgia Bulldogs at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023.
Will Levis needs a security blanket at quarterback, and the all-world tight end from Georgia is a game-changing player.
8. Atlanta Falcons: Quinyon Mitchell, CB, Toledo
Dec 2, 2023; Detroit, MI, USA; Toledo Rockets cornerback Quinyon Mitchell (27) breaks up a pass intended for Miami (OH) Redhawks wide receiver Gage Larvadain (10) in the third quarter at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-USA TODAY Sports
After landing Kirk Cousins, Raheem Morris improves the Falcons secondary with an elite cornerback.
9. Chicago Bears: Byron Murphy, DT, Texas
Feb 29, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Texas defensive lineman Byron Murphy (DL18) works out during the 2024 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
After landing their quarterback of the future, the Chicago Bears find a game-changing defensive tackle.
10. New York Jets: Taliese Fuaga, OL, Oregon State
Oct 8, 2022; Stanford, California, USA; Oregon State Beavers offensive lineman Taliese Fuaga (75) blocks Stanford Cardinal linebacker Levani Damuni (3) during the first quarter at Stanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports
The Jets have gone all-in on protecting Aaron Rodgers, and after adding Tyron Smith and John Simpson, New York lands another talented offensive tackle.
11. Minnesota Vikings: Jayden Daniels, QB, LSU
Quarterback Jayden Daniels 5 as the LSU Tigers take on Texas A&M in Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, November 25, 2023.
Minnesota pulls the trigger on life after Kirk Cousins, landing the big fish from LSU.
12.Denver Broncos: Cooper DeJean, CB, Iowa
Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean (3) races up the field with an interception for a touchdown against Kentucky during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn. Syndication The Tennessean
The Broncos bypass a quarterback for the best cornerback on the board.
13.Las Vegas Raiders: JJ McCarthy, QB, Michigan
Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy celebrates a play against Alabama during overtime of the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif., on Monday, Jan. 1, 2024.
The Raiders signed Gardner Minshew in free agency, and he could be the stop-gap for Michigan star signal-caller, J.J. McCarthy.
Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy makes a pass against Alabama linebacker Dallas Turner during the first half of the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, on Monday, Jan. 1, 2024.
The Saints signed Chase Young, and they add another talented pass rusher with big game experience.
15. Indianapolis Colts: Terrion Arnold, CB, Alabama
Nov 4, 2023; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Terrion Arnold (3) breaks up a pass intended for LSU Tigers wide receiver Malik Nabers (8) at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Alabama defeated LSU 42-28. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-USA TODAY Sports
The former Alabama cornerback could help elevate the Colts secondary after the team extended Kenny Moore.
16. Seattle Seahawks: Jared Verse, DE, FSU
Mike Macdonald built the Ravens with a stout pass rush and he’ll start to rebuild the Seahawks.
17. Jacksonville Jaguars: Troy Fautanu, OT, Washington
Oct 22, 2022; Berkeley, California, USA; Washington Huskies offensive lineman Troy Fautanu (55) prepares to block California Golden Bears linebacker Braxten Croteau (52) during the third quarter at FTX Field at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports
Trevor Lawrence took a beating in 2023 and Doug Pederson adds a powerful asset on the offensive line.
Nov 25, 2023; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini defensive tackle Jer’Zhan Newton (4) sacks Northwestern Wildcats quarterback Ben Bryant (2) during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports
Newton gives the Bengals their most impactful defensive tackle since Geno Atkins.
19. Los Angeles Chargers: Olumuyiwa Fashanu, OT, Penn State
Nov 4, 2023; College Park, Maryland, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions offensive lineman Olumuyiwa Fashanu (74) celebrates after a first half touchdown against the Maryland Terrapins at SECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
Jim Harbaugh built Michigan up through the trenches, and he’ll rebuild the Chargers with a similar approach.
20.Pittsburgh Steelers: Nate Wiggins, CB, Clemson
Nov 25, 2023; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; Clemson Tigers cornerback Nate Wiggins (2) smiles after breaking up a pass to South Carolina wide receiver Nyck Harbor (8) during the fourth quarter at Williams-Brice Stadium. Clemson won 16-7. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-USA TODAY Sports
After trading for talented quarterbacks, the Steelers land a dynamic cornerback.
21.Miami Dolphins: JC Latham, OT, Alabama
Sep 2, 2023; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Milroe (4) celebrates with offensive lineman JC Latham (65) after scoring against the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders during the first half at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-USA TODAY Sports
Miami continues to fortify their offensive line around franchise quarterback Tua Tagovailoa.
22.Philadelphia Eagles: Laiatu Latu, ED, UCLA
Sep 9, 2023; San Diego, California, USA; UCLA Bruins defensive lineman Laiatu Latu (15) battles against San Diego State Aztecs tight end Mark Redman (81) during the first half at Snapdragon Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports
The Eagles are looking to trade Haason Reddick, and could have three free agent pass rushers in 2025.
Philadelphia lands the best sack artist in the draft.
23.Vikings: Amarius Mims, OT, Georgia
Jan 9, 2023; Inglewood, CA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs offensive lineman Amarius Mims (65) and offensive lineman Tate Ratledge (69) against the TCU Horned Frogs during the CFP national championship game at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
After trading up for a quarterback, Minnesota nabs an offensive tackle for added protection.
24.Dallas Cowboys: Graham Barton, OT, Duke
Nov 11, 2023; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils offensive lineman Graham Barton (62) before the game at Kenan Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
Barton can play multiple positions, and Dallas has a need after Tyron Smith signed with the New York Jets.
25.Green Bay Packers: Jackson Powers-Johnson, C, Oregon
Nov 18, 2023; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Oregon Ducks offensive lineman Jackson Powers-Johnson (58) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
The Packers are retooling the offensive line, and they give Jordan Love the best available center in the draft.
26. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Brian Thomas Jr., WR, LSU
Jan 1, 2024; Tampa, FL, USA; LSU Tigers wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. (11) runs with the ball towards Wisconsin Badgers cornerback Nyzier Fourqurean (10) during the first half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-USA TODAY Sports
Tampa Bay gives Baker Mayfield another dynamic weapon.
Wide receiver Adonai Mitchell goes through drills at Texas Longhorns Football Pro Day at Frank Denius Fields Wednesday March 20, 2024.
Jonathan Gannon gives Kyler Murray another dynamic weapon on the outside.
28.Buffalo Bills: Tyler Guyton, OT, Oklahoma
Oct 28, 2023; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Oklahoma Sooners offensive lineman Tyler Guyton (60) at the line of scrimmage against the Kansas Jayhawks during the game at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
The athletic right tackle could give Buffalo even more depth up-front.
29. Detroit Lions: Tyler Nubin, S, Minnesota
Aug 31, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers defensive back Tyler Nubin (27) celebrates a stop against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the fourth quarter at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports
Dan Campbell replaces C.J. Gardner-Johnson with an All-Big Ten safety.
30. Baltimore Ravens: Ladd McConkey, WR, Georgia
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 30: Ladd McConkey #84 of the Georgia Bulldogs scores a touchdown past Conrad Hussey #12 of the Florida State Seminoles in the second quarter during the Capital One Orange Bowl at Hard Rock Stadium on December 30, 2023 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)
The Georgia pass catcher is athletic enough to pair well with Zay Flowers on the outside.
31. San Francisco 49ers: Kool-Aid McKinstry, CB, Alabama
Sep 30, 2023; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Kool-Aid McKinstry (1) breaks up a pass intended for Mississippi State Bulldogs wide receiver Jordan Mosley (18) in Davis Wade Stadium at Mississippi State University. Alabama defeated Mississippi State 40-17. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa News
The top cornerback on the board slips some due to his foot injury, but he lands in the perfect spot.
32. Kansas City Chiefs: Braden Fiske, DI, Florida State
Feb 29, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Florida State defensive lineman Braden Fiske (DL07) works out during the 2024 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
The physical, and athletic defensive tackle from Florida State will pair well with the versatile Chris Jones.
When Terez Paylor put together the very first All-Juice Team in 2015, 10 of those 22 players are expected to still be on NFL rosters in 2024. We can only hope this year's team honors Terez's memory with that kind of hit rate.
Damian Lillard is doubtful to play in Game 4 of the Milwaukee Bucks' first-round NBA playoff series with the Indiana Pacers. Lillard suffered an Achilles injury on a drive to the basket in Game 3.
