The Ravens started the NFL Draft on Thursday night by standing pat in the first round and using the No. 30 pick on Clemson cornerback Nate Wiggins .

It’s possible that the Ravens double down on cornerback and pick another one later in the draft, but the position is no longer a priority. The offensive line is the biggest need, and Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta said after Round 1 that there are a number of linemen still available that the team likes.

Day 2



(The Ravens have one pick in the second round at No. 62 and one pick in the third at No. 93.)

Austin Booker, OLB, Kansas: Booker was a sub-package player and didn’t log a ton of college snaps, so most evaluations of him start with his potential. He lacks bulk at 6-foot-4, 253 pounds, but he’s a good athlete and has a solid pass-rushing plan. He had eight sacks last year despite starting only one game. He was at the Ravens’ facility for a top-30 visit.

Brandon Coleman, OT/G, TCU: Dane Brugler, The Athletic’s lead draft analyst, wrote this on Coleman: “He looks and plays like a brawler.” Coleman is 6-foot-4 and 313 pounds and uses his size best in the run game. He played both tackle and guard in college, so he offers positional flexibility.

Keon Coleman, WR, Florida State: The 6-foot-3 and 213-pound wide receiver brings a skill set that the Ravens lack. He’s big, physical and he’s able to elevate high and make contested catches. There are questions about his vertical speed and ability to get off press coverage, making him a bit of a polarizing prospect.

Malachi Corley, WR, Western Kentucky: He’s so dynamic with the ball in his hands that he’s garnered the nickname, “The YAC King.” Corley is an all-purpose threat who made a living in college on screens and quick-hitter passes. Corley had 22 touchdowns over his final two college seasons. He was one of the Ravens’ top-30 visits.

Blake Corum, RB, Michigan: Corum went to high school in Baltimore and played at Michigan, both factors making him an intriguing fit for the Ravens. He’s also the type of hard-running and decisive back the team covets. It seems more likely the Ravens will draft a running back on Day 3, but Corum would be an interesting midround selection.

Blake Fisher, OT, Notre Dame: A big (6-foot-5, 310 pounds) and athletic blocker with long arms and quick feet, Fisher has the chance to step in and start as a rookie. He has the type of measurables that teams look for, and he competes at a very high level. He was prone to lapses at times and needs to stay on top of his technique.

Christian Haynes, G, Connecticut: Haynes, a Bowie, Md., native, is considered a plug-and-play guard who could come off the board earlier than expected. The 6-foot-2, 317-pounder moves well in space, is fundamentally sound and loves finishing blocks. He’s also durable, starting every game over his final four college seasons.

Kamren Kinchens, S, Miami: His ball production jumps off the page. In his final two seasons with Miami , he had 11 interceptions and 22 pass breakups. He doesn’t have elite speed or athleticism, but he has a knack for making plays and being in the right place at the right time. He’d be a nice fit for the Ravens’ open No. 3 safety role.

Marshawn Lloyd, RB, USC: A former Maryland high school standout, Lloyd had a prolific final college season for the Trojans, averaging 7.1 yards per carry and scoring nine touchdowns. Lloyd is a dynamic athlete who is patient and then explodes through holes. At 220 pounds and with 4.46 speed, he’s not easy to bring down either.

Malik Mustapha, S, Wake Forest: The ex-Demon Deacon doesn’t have ideal size (5-foot-10, 209 pounds) or length. He, however, fits the Ravens’ defensive mold because of his physical and aggressive style. Mustapha is strong against the run and disciplined in coverage. He’d be a core special-teamer from the jump.

Patrick Paul, OT, Houston: Paul was a three-year starter at Houston, playing only left tackle. He is 6-foot-7 and 331 pounds and he uses his size to overwhelm pass rushers. Paul, though, will need to work on his technique in order to play a major role as a rookie.

Ja’Lynn Polk, WR, Washington: Another pre-draft Ravens visitor, Polk caught 69 passes for 1,159 yards, averaged 16.8 yards per reception and scored 10 touchdowns in his final college season. He’s not a burner, but he has really good hands and plays to his 6-foot-1, 203-pound size by winning jump balls and making contested catches.

Dominick Puni, G, Kansas: Puni played tackle for part of his college career, but he projects as a guard at the next level. He is a solid 6-foot-5 and 314 pounds and he plays with a mean streak. He also has very good feet for a big man. His pass blocking is ahead of his run blocking as he starts his NFL career.

Kingsley Suamataia, OT, BYU: Suamataia played both left and right tackle in college and possesses a nice combination of size (6-foot-4, 329 pounds) and athleticism. There are questions about how high his ceiling is and how he’ll handle speed rushers at the next level. With so many teams needing tackles, Suamataia could get pushed up some boards.

Devontez Walker, WR, North Carolina: Walker is another wide receiver prospect who would diversify the Ravens’ pass-catching group with his size (6-foot-1, 193 pounds) and speed (4.36 40-yard dash). He’s a long strider who has shown an ability to create separation and get behind defenses. He averaged 16.8 yards per reception in his final college season.

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