Baltimore Ravens Draft Prospects: Later Round Pass Rushers Who Would Be a Good Fit

Nov 22, 2014; Charlottesville, VA, USA; Miami Hurricanes quarterback Brad Kaaya (15) prepares to throw the ball as Virginia Cavaliers defensive end Eli Harold (7) chases in the third quarter at Scott Stadium. The Cavaliers won 30-13. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Next up… another 4-3 guy (honestly, bear with me). Even though he had his hands in the dirt most of the time at Virginia, Eli Harold will fare best as a 3-4 speed rusher in the NFL. He is skinnier than you would like but has surprising power, a great first step, and he runs a 4.60 40 yard dash.

Harold can sometimes be overpowered, which is keeping him from moving up the draft board, but he could also be a steal in the 2nd round. Harold has also shown some good instincts against the run, though not yet in a 3-4. He could potentially develop into more than just an edge rusher, but don’t count on it happening quickly.

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