Senior Bowl Spotlight: Ted Hurst and a physical fit for the Ravens

The Baltimore Ravens have never been a team that shies away from scouting beyond a helmet decal, and Georgia State wideout Ted Hurst is a prime example of why that approach continues to matter.

Despite playing for a Georgia State program that finished 1–11 in 2025, Hurst emerged as one of the most impressive receivers at the Senior Bowl, proving that individual talent can rise well above team context.

Hurst had opportunities to leave Georgia State for a bigger stage in the Power 4, per source, but he stayed put -- and that decision only sharpened his evaluation in Mobile.

Ted Hurst should be rising up Ravens' draft board

In a neutral environment against top competition, Hurst showed that he belongs. Officially measuring in at 6-foot-3, he consistently won reps with physicality, strong hands, and an understanding of how to attack defenders at every level of the field.

What stood out most during Senior Bowl week was Hurst’s ability to finish. In one-on-one drills, he showed the confidence to win above the rim, securing catches with both two hands, and one hand when necessary. Check out this rep from Day 1 of practice.

He’s comfortable playing through contact and doesn’t shy away from contested situations, a trait that immediately translates to Sundays. His hands are natural and reliable, and he attacks the football rather than waiting for it to arrive.

Hurst also brings value beyond the catch point. He’s a willing and effective blocker on the perimeter, using his size and effort to impact the run game. That element matters in Baltimore, where wide receivers are expected to contribute when the ball isn’t coming their way -- especially with Derrick Henry and Lamar Jackson stressing defenses horizontally.

From a schematic standpoint, Hurst fits well into what the Ravens want to be offensively. With Zay Flowers providing speed and explosiveness, adding a bigger-bodied receiver who can win physically on the outside helps diversify the passing game. Hurst can align outside, work intermediate windows, and give Jackson a trustworthy target when plays break down or coverage tightens.

It also doesn't hurt that he believes Jackson is the best player in the NFL. Listen to his response below at the 18-second mark.

Looking at his profile as a prospect, Senior Bowl week validated Hurst’s skillset as one of the names to know in the Day 2, early Day 3 bucket of pass-catchers. He ran clean routes, competed at the catch point, and consistently held his own against Power 4 defensive backs.

For Baltimore, Hurst represents value, toughness, and reliability -- traits that align with the Ravens’ identity. And within an offense built on physicality, Hurst could quietly become an important complementary piece.