Baltimore Ravens select 12 players in 2026 NFL Draft including Ioane and Young

7 articles · Updated · USA TODAY · Apr 23

The Ravens, under new head coach Jesse Minter, used the second-most draft picks in 2026, headlined by guard Olaivavega Ioane and edge rusher Zion Young.
These selections address key roster needs after losing center Tyler Linderbaum and missing the playoffs in 2025, aiming to bolster both offensive line and pass rush.
Minter replaces John Harbaugh after an 18-year tenure, with the team focused on supporting Lamar Jackson and integrating new talent to improve playoff prospects.

Will a defensive guru like Jesse Minter unlock Lamar Jackson's Super Bowl potential?

Can a 29-year-old first-time play-caller elevate Lamar Jackson's offense to a championship level?

Who will emerge as the reliable second target for Lamar Jackson from the four new pass catchers drafted?

How will Lamar Jackson respond to his new OC's public call for him to attend voluntary OTAs?

Did the Ravens neglect their defensive line by waiting until the seventh round to add another player?

Is first-round pick Olaivavega Ioane enough to fix the O-line after losing star center Tyler Linderbaum?