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Baltimore Ravens: Ranking Need Level For Every Position

By Chris Schisler

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Sep 18, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Baltimore Ravens guard Marshal Yanda (73) walks off the field following the game against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium. The Ravens defeated the Browns 25-20. Mandatory Credit: Scott R. Galvin-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 18, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Baltimore Ravens guard Marshal Yanda (73) walks off the field following the game against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium. The Ravens defeated the Browns 25-20. Mandatory Credit: Scott R. Galvin-USA TODAY Sports /

Level Of Need For The Offensive Line: 7

The Ravens found two long-term answers with Ronnie Stanley and Alex Lewis. They need to improve the offensive around the core of Stanley, Lewis and Marshall Yanda. The Ravens need a better answer at the center position. Rick Wagner is a decent right tackle, but an upgrade could be made.

It is also important to remember that Yanda won’t last forever. Yanda is 32 years old. Getting a head start on finding his replacement would not be a bad idea for the purple and black. If Yanda misses time because of injury, the Ravens will be in trouble. The depth on the offensive line is certainly something the team can improve.

The Ravens will most likely use the NFL Draft to address their needs. They make a habit of finding great offensive linemen with the right value. Getting Lewis in the fourth round is a great example of it. Nobody understands football in the trenches better than Ozzie Newsome, so these needs may be taken care of.

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