The Baltimore Ravens have the upcoming three months to consider refreshing their lineup. That encompasses whom to select at No. 27 overall in the 2025 NFL Draft.
The AFC North champions have successfully executed their combination of highly sought-after free agent acquisitions and draft selections. Derrick Henry embodies the former during the 2024 offseason. The latter, however, included a series of game-changing franchise decisions. Lamar Jackson, Zay Flowers, and Kyle Hamilton are all draft selections made by the Ravens.
Head coach John Harbaugh and the Baltimore management have demonstrated their intellect on draft night. They must make the right choice with the 27th pick to propel themselves back into Super Bowl contention.
Who appears captivating as the 27th overall selection for Baltimore? Here are three names that are worth pursuing.
The Ravens have excelled with both speedy and tall defenders throughout the years. Nmandi Madubuike serves as the newest illustration of a player who has been selected for the Pro Bowl twice. Former free agent acquisition Kyle Van Noy is another player who has excelled in Charm City, recording 21.5 sacks over the last two seasons. Odafe Oweh is another imposing Ravens defender who has made a name for himself as a key player in the defense.
Van Noy, on the other hand, is approaching 34 years old. Baltimore needs to consider future assistance for him, Oweh, and Madubuike.
That’s when the 6-foot-4, 285-pound Nic Scourton becomes relevant for Harbaugh and Baltimore. Scourton is an energetic pass rusher who thrives on bull rushes. He completes a devilish spin maneuver as well. That action involves employing his hands to push a blocker’s hands down while he rotates.
He will have to adjust his leverage and pad level going forward. Scourton isn’t the quickest following the snap either. However, the Ravens can conceal those flaws with the skill surrounding Scourton. CBS Sports’ mock draft on Monday places the towering defender at 27th overall.
