Ravens Gain Offensive Help in Way-Too-Early 2026 3-Round NFL Mock Draft
As we patiently wait for the Baltimore Ravens to kick off training camp on July 23, we can wildly and irresponsibly speculate about what teams might do next season in the draft.
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Mock drafts are always fun, but they're especially entertaining when it's almost a full calendar year before the selection show, and this summer is no different.
Pro Football Network showcased its thoughts on how things could go next year through the first three rounds, and the Ravens must've had another good season because they're picking at No. 28 in the first round.
There, they're able to add some depth to the wideout room before doing the same in the running back room in Round 2.
Round 1 - 28) Baltimore Ravens
Antonio Williams, WR, Clemson
Clemson Tigers quarterback Cade Klubnik (2) and wide receiver Antonio Williams (0).Ken Ruinard-Imagn Images
"When you have a roster as loaded as the Baltimore Ravens', you can have the luxury of adding depth to your already strong receiver room," PFN wrote. "Antonio Williams is a dynamic playmaker whose play style would fit nicely in Baltimore's receiving unit."
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Round 2 - 60) Baltimore Ravens
Le'Veon Moss, RB, Texas A&M
Texas A&M Aggies running back Le'Veon Moss (8).Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images
Round 3 - 92) Baltimore Ravens
Zeke Berry, CB, Michigan
Michigan Wolverines defensive back Zeke Berry (10) celebrates an interception during the spring game at Michigan Stadium. Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports via Imagn Images
The Ravens have the luxury of adding depth at key positions because of the way general manager Eric DeCosta has been able to draft recently.
While we still have the full 2025 campaign to play, Baltimore's wideout room could change between now and then, and Williams could have a chance to compete for a starting job next offseason.
Derrick Henry is under contract through 2027, but he'll be 33 years old when the deal ends. While he shows no signs of slowing down, his contract might not allow him to play that long with a $16 million cap hit in 2027.
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Drafting a young running back would be a smart move for DeCosta and the Ravens.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
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