The Baltimore Ravens will have ample opportunities to add talent to their roster over 2022 draft weekend. They will start the festivities with 10 draft picks, including nine in the first four rounds. That makes for a treasure trove of selections, and plenty of options as to what they could do with them.
One of the strategies that Baltimore has employed over the course of their franchise history is selecting the best players available, regardless of need. Recent examples of this include cornerback Marlon Humphrey and running back J.K. Dobbins, both picks that have turned out extremely well for the franchise.
Below we look at a full Ravens 2022 seven-round mock draft where the team uses the best player available strategy.
Round 1, Pick 14: Kyle Hamilton, S, Notre Dame
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Safety isn’t a need for the Ravens anymore after signing Marcus Williams and seeing Tony Jefferson II and Geno Stone return. However, a talent like Hamilton is too good to pass up with his elite ball skills, high football IQ, and immense positional versatility.
Round 2, Pick 45: Nakobe Dean, ILB, Georgia
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Dean profiles similarly to Patrick Queen in some instances, but there are plenty of reasons to believe that the duo could coexist in the Baltimore defense. The former Bulldog plays with an extremely high motor and is very good in coverage, also showing good overall instincts.
Round 3, Pick 76: Nik Bonitto, EDGE, Oklahoma
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Bonitto is a speed rusher, winning his reps with his quickness, agility and ability to bend his body to get around offensive lineman. He is also good in the run game, setting a stable edge while also being a great open field tackler. The former Sooner could play a key role early depending on how the rest of the draft and free agency play out.
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