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Baltimore Ravens Round Table: Predicting The 16th Pick

By Chris Schisler

Jan 2, 2017; Arlington, TX, USA; Western Michigan Broncos wide receiver Corey Davis (84) in action during the game against the Wisconsin Badgers in the 2017 Cotton Bowl game at AT&T Stadium. The Badgers defeat the Broncos 24-16. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 2, 2017; Arlington, TX, USA; Western Michigan Broncos wide receiver Corey Davis (84) in action during the game against the Wisconsin Badgers in the 2017 Cotton Bowl game at AT&T Stadium. The Badgers defeat the Broncos 24-16. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 31, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman Cam Robinson (74) works at the line of scrimmage during the third quarter in the 2016 CFP Semifinal against the Washington Huskies at the Georgia Dome. Alabama defeated Washington 24-7. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 31, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman Cam Robinson (74) works at the line of scrimmage during the third quarter in the 2016 CFP Semifinal against the Washington Huskies at the Georgia Dome. Alabama defeated Washington 24-7. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports /

Mitchell Wolfman Makes His Pick: 

Cam Robinson

Rumors began circulating late March that the Ravens are “high” on Cam Robinson and for good reason too. In consecutive seasons, the Ravens have lost a cornerstone offensive lineman-Rick Wagner this season and Kelechi Osemele last year. 

Robinson could be the draft’s strongest offensive lineman and boasts the best natural run blocking ability of all the prospects. With the hiring of Greg Robinson to revive the run game, the Ravens could use a skill set like Robinson’s to help accomplish such. He needs to work on technique but his problems can be coached up. 

That being said, Robinson still proposes first round-level talent that would immediately provide relief to arguably the team’s greatest concern. The Ravens have recently showcased their ability in drafting and developing rookie offensive lineman into quality starters after succeeding with Ronnie Stanley and Alexis Lewis last draft. That streak could very well continue with Robinson

Here’s the caveat – this contradicts the Raven’s usual ‘best player available’ draft strategy by focusing on necessity more so than talent. Many fans will also be quick to express their distaste in drafting an offensive lineman over a premier wide receiver or pass rusher. But there’s a good reason why Ozzie is making the pick and not the fans – he knows how to build championship caliber teams. Drafting Robinson is an investment towards the future, as it addresses a major vacancy with the installation of greater aptitude and consistency in the offensive line.

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