Ravens Gain CB Depth with Ennis Rakestraw Jr. in Mel Kiper's Latest NFL Mock Draft
The Baltimore Ravens have had arguably the best season of any NFL team this year, and on Sunday, will play for a chance to appear in the third Super Bowl in team history.
While the season is coming to a close soon, it's time to start thinking about April's NFL Draft and what position groups the teams will target, especially in the first round.
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Due to the success of the Ravens this year, they'll select late in the first round. And in Mel Kiper's latest first-round ESPN mock draft, he thinks Baltimore will add some depth in the defensive secondary with Ennis Rakestraw Jr. from the Missouri Tigers.
"The Ravens' defense has been spectacular this season, but defensive tackles Justin Madubuike and Michael Pierce, edge rusher Jadeveon Clowney, linebacker Patrick Queen and safety Geno Stone are all set to be free agents this offseason. While they're likely to bring back a couple of these players and might have young replacements on their roster for others, I see a banged-up cornerback group that could use more depth.
"Rakestraw would make six cornerbacks off the board in Round 1, which would be the most since the 2020 draft. He has the versatility to play out wide or in the slot. He had just one interception in four college seasons, but he did have 24 career pass breakups, so he knows how to get his hands on throws. I like Rakestraw's fit in Baltimore."
