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Post-combine seven-round mock dra: Ravens edition

By Logan Levy @realLoganLevy Mar 10, 2018, 12:02pm EST

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With the 2018 NFL Scouting Combine now in the rear view mirror, the draft boards are
beginning to take shape. Below is a seven-round mock draft for the Baltimore Ravens. I used
Walk the Mock’s draft simulator to complete this draft.

First-round, 16th overall

Safety Derwin James

It does seem rather unlikely that James falls outside of the top 10, but the NFL Draft is rather
unpredictable. Remember, last year Malik Hooker and Jonathan Allen were not expected to
slide either, but both fell to picks 15 and 17, respectively. The Ravens have a need for a
dynamic safety and James definitely fills that void.

Second-round, 52nd overall

Wide receiver Equanimeous St. Brown

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St. Brown is the perfect receiver for the Baltimore Ravens. He is a big, physical player who
excels at making contested catches. St. Brown put on a show at the NFL Scouting Combine.
He could be a great No. 2 wide receiver for the Ravens. St. Brown is an athletic playmaker
who could certainly help Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco.

Third-round, 83rd overall

Center Frank Ragnow

Ragnow would come in and compete with Matt Skura for the starting center spot, assuming
Ryan Jensen signs elsewhere in free agency. Ragnow is considered one of the top three
center prospects in this class. He is a consistent, reliable offensive linemen, who has the
potential to be a solid starter in the NFL.

Fourth-round, 118th overall

Linebacker Tegray Scales

Scales is a developmental player, who has the potential to be a successful inside linebacker
at the next level. He is a phenomenal tackler and a solid coverage linebacker as well. The
Ravens struggled last season against opposing tight ends. Scales may not be starter
immediately, but could certainly be a contributor from day one.

Fih-round, 154th overall

Quarterback Riley Ferguson

Baltimore has a need for a backup quarterback and Ferguson just might fit that mold. Not only
does he have the potential to be a solid backup from day one, but he has starter potential. He
has all the tools to be a successful NFL quarterback. He is labeled as a project, but with Joe
Flacco likely on the team for at least the next two seasons, Ferguson could learn from him
until then.

Sixth-round, 190th overall

Wide receiver Braxton Berrios

If Michael Campanaro signs elsewhere in free agency, the Ravens would have a need for a
kick returner and slot receiver. Berrios is exactly that. He is a quick, agile, possession
receiver who has reliable hands. Berrios would likely make an immediate impact as a special
teamer.

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Sixth-round, 215th overall

Cornerback Dane Cruikshank

Cruikshank was a clear-cut winner at the NFL Scouting Combine. He showcased his
athleticism, agility and speed. Measuring at 6-foot-1 and 206 pounds, Cruikshank has the
body type to be a solid cornerback. The Ravens do not have a big need for another
cornerback, but Cruikshank was the best player available.

Seventh-round, 238th overall

Wide receiver Jake Wieneke

Wieneke is a small-school prospect, who has great size. He stands at 6-foot-4 and 213
pounds. He may not be the most polished receiver, but he is a red zone threat. With his size
and athleticism, Wieneke excels at 50-50 balls. The Ravens desperately need a dynamic red
zone threat and Wieneke has that potential.

Final take:

The worst case scenario for Baltimore occurred in this mock draft. The consensus top four
tight ends, Dallas Goedert, Mike Gesicki, Mark Andrews and Hayden Hurst were all
selected between the Ravens’ first and second-round selections. This is a nightmare scenario
for a Baltimore team that desperately needs a pass-catching tight end. However, they were
able to benefit from an early run of quarterbacks, including Lamar Jackson, being selected
before they were on the clock in the first-round. This allowed the Ravens to select Derwin
James, who most consider a top 10 selection. In addition, Baltimore bolstered their receiving
corps with St. Brown, Berrios and Wieneke, while addressing their need for an instinctive
inside linebacker in Scales.

Grade: B

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