Ravens Offseason Summary Following the first wave of 2026 free agency, the Baltimore Ravens' primary draft needs are Offensive Tackle, Interior Offensive Line, and Edge Rusher. General Manager Eric DeCosta remained true to the "Ravens Way" by letting big-name veterans walk to recoup compensatory picks, while landing a massive reinforcement for the defense in All-Pro pass rusher Trey Hendrickson.
The Ravens entered the 2026 offseason with a "calculated transition" mindset. The headline move was the signing of Trey Hendrickson (3 years, $72M) to fill the void left by Odafe Oweh. However, the offensive line took a significant hit with the departures of Ronnie Stanley (retired) and Patrick Mekari. While the trade for Maxx Crosby fell through due to a failed physical, the Ravens remain focused on rebuilding the trenches to protect Lamar Jackson and maintain their dominant ground game.
Franchise Needs
OT
IOL
EDGE
WR
RB
Free Agent Losses
OT Ronnie Stanley (Retired), OL Patrick Mekari (Jaguars), EDGE Odafe Oweh (Lions), G Ben Cleveland (Titans), TE Isaiah Likely (Giants), RB Keaton Mitchell (Chargers)Free Agent Gains
EDGE Trey Hendrickson, CB Asante Samuel Jr., S Kamren Kinchens, LB Smael Mondon Jr.Draft Capital Overview
- Pick 14 (Round 1)
- Pick 45 (Round 2)
- Pick 80 (Round 3)
- Pick 115 (Round 4)
- Pick 154 (Round 5)
- Pick 162 (Round 5) via LAC
- Pick 173 (Round 5)
- Pick 174 (Round 5)
- Pick 211 (Round 6) via DEN
- Pick 250 (Round 7)
- Pick 253 (Round 7)
BAL Mock Draft Picks
Monroe Freeling
Baltimore’s offseason has made two things obvious: the Ravens wanted to recharge the pass rush, and they still view the offensive line as a meaningful area for continued investment. Freeling fits the second part of that equation. His length and developmental upside align with a roster-building approach that keeps stacking size and movement up front around Lamar Jackson rather than waiting for the need to become urgent.
Emmanuel McNeil-Warren
Baltimore’s secondary construction consistently prioritizes tackling reliability and spatial discipline. McNeil-Warren’s consistency in space and defensive awareness align with that organizational blueprint. He profiles as a dependable safety capable of contributing across multiple coverage packages.
Ted Hurst
Receiver layering remains part of Baltimore’s long-term offensive depth strategy. Hurst’s frame and boundary traits provide developmental red-zone utility. He profiles as a future situational target.