New Ravens Mock Draft Expert Roundup for 1st-Round Pick

The Baltimore Ravens are another franchise that rarely picks this high in the draft.

After a down season, they are looking for a revival campaign under new head coach Jesse Minter. He will look to make his mark in his first year, after replacing franchise legend John Harbaugh.

Ahead of the first round of the draft on April 23, here's a look at what experts are projecting the Ravens will do with the No. 14 pick:

Expert: B/R NFL Scouting Department (3/31)

Selection (No. 14): G Olaivavega Ioane, Penn State

Penn State's Olaivavega Ioane won't directly replace Pro Bowl center Tyler Linderbaum, but the guard's selection helps strengthen an offensive interior that's been weakened this offseason.

Ioane brings a blend of size, strength and play-style that fits perfectly in Baltimore, even if a new coaching staff took the reins this year.

"Baltimore already brought back John Simpson but could still afford to upgrade the other guard spot, especially if the class' top-rated prospect at the position is still on the board," B/R scout Brandon Thorn said. "Ioane provides a stouter presence than the team has had in years, possessing the demeanor and play-strength to reshape the offense's identity.

"The Ravens must dedicate additional resources to their interior line before Week 1 of the 2026 campaign. This addition provides the best-case scenario by addressing a need with value."

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Expert: Mel Kiper Jr., ESPN (3/17)

Selection (No. 14): OT Spencer Fano, Utah

Expert: Field Yates, ESPN (3/24)

Selection (No. 14): OT Spencer Fano, Utah

Expert: Matt Miller, ESPN (3/30)

Selection (No. 14): TE Kenyon Sadiq, Oregon

Expert: Lance Zierlein, NFL.com (3/31)

Selection (No. 19) Projected Trade with Carolina: G Olaivavega Ioane, Penn State

Expert: Daniel Jeremiah, NFL.com (3/17)

Selection (No. 14): WR Jordyn Tyson, USC

Expert: Dane Brugler, The Athletic (3/4)

Selection (No. 14): G Olaivavega Ioane, Penn State

Expert: Danny Kelly, The Ringer (3/4)

Selection (No. 14): G Olaivavega Ioane, Penn State

Summary

The Penn State standout looks to be the player on the radar here. The Ravens need a tone-setter who will keep the pocket clean for Lamar Jackson and open lanes for Derrick Henry. Adding Ioane could be the missing piece they need to get back to being the offensive juggernaut they once were.