Michigan fullback Ben Mason drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in Round 5 of NFL draft
Ben Mason will play for another Harbaugh brother.
The former Michigan football fullback was taken by John Harbaugh and the Baltimore Ravens in the fifth round of the NFL draft with the No. 184 pick on Saturday afternoon.
Round 5, Pick 184 overall: @Ravens select @UMichFootball FB Ben Mason #NFLDraft https://t.co/dvjdr2YKaQ
— NFL Draft (@NFLDraft) May 1, 2021
Mason was the sixth Wolverine drafted, joining Kwity Paye, Jalen Mayfield, Nico Collins, Ambry Thomas and Cameron McGrone.
Mason played numerous positions at Michigan during his four seasons but was most effective as a fullback. He scored seven touchdowns as a short-yardage back in 2018 and was a competent blocker — especially in the run game.
His blocking prowess should make him a good fit for Baltimore, which relies heavily on the run game and has utilized a similar player in fullback Patrick Ricard with great success.
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