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NFL Draft: How Will the Ravens Approach the First Round?

By Mitchell Wolfman

Jan 9, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman Cam Robinson (74) in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game against the Clemson Tigers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 9, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman Cam Robinson (74) in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game against the Clemson Tigers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 3, 2016; Bowling Green, KY, USA; Western Kentucky Hilltoppers head coach Jeff Brohm (left) and Hilltoppers offensive lineman Forrest Lamp (76) celebrate their victory following the CUSA championship game against the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium. Western Kentucky won 58-44. Mandatory Credit: Jim Brown-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 3, 2016; Bowling Green, KY, USA; Western Kentucky Hilltoppers head coach Jeff Brohm (left) and Hilltoppers offensive lineman Forrest Lamp (76) celebrate their victory following the CUSA championship game against the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs at Houchens Industries-L.T. Smith Stadium. Western Kentucky won 58-44. Mandatory Credit: Jim Brown-USA TODAY Sports /

Offensive Guard

(NOTE: This is my wildcard position. I’m making the assumption that if the Ravens were to draft an OG, they would move Alex Lewis to right tackle or center. Harbaugh expressed this possibility during last week’s AFC Coaches Breakfast.)

Forrest Lamp (Western Kentucky, 6’4″, 309 lbs) – Hear me out on this one. The first step to revitalizing an offense begins with the offensive line, which the Ravens are very committed to improving. Lamp is know for his cunning technique, as he plays with great balance, light feet and the ability to excel in zone-blocking schemes. In an extremely weak offensive linemen class, Lamp is considered to be one of the best – that notion could belong to the Ravens as well. I know it sounds bizarre but stranger picks have been made (*ahem* Kyle Boller *ahem*).

Taylor Moton (Western Michigan, 6’5″ 319 lbs) – This is more of a scenario where the Ravens would trade down in the first round (which they’re known to do). Moton is a big dude with a monstrous frame and impressive arm length. His ability to play at both right guard and tackle could help ease uncertainty in the offensive line. If all else fails, the Ravens may invest in this sleeper pick.

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