NFL Draft 2019: Baltimore Ravens full NFL mock draft
By Joe Romano
Round 5 – Pick 160
Chris Slayton, DT, Syracuse
The Ravens have two studs up front on their defensive line in Brandon Williams and Michael Pierce. Their lineup is set. But adding another body into the rotation in a deep defensive line class would be wise. Chris Slayton of Syracuse is a player who could fit the multiple fronts that Baltimore employs. He’s a big man who showed an ability at times to shoot gaps and disrupt the opposing back field. A three-year starter for the Orange, he would bring experience to the rotation. The biggest knock is the fact that he drifts in and out of games. He’s got the traits to excel in the NFL, but he needs to learn to put it together mentally before that happens.
Round 6 – Pick 191
Lukas Denis, S, Boston College
With the NFL going towards a three-safety look, having more on the roster is important. Baltimore might have the best tandem in the league with Tony Jefferson and Earl Thomas. After that duo, though, there is a significant drop-off. With their glut of corners, Baltimore has been reluctant to play the three-safety look. Drafting Lukas Denis would allow them to do that. Denis is a sub-package player who can grow into a bigger role with some development. He’s an excellent candidate to play inside in dime packages and lock up some bigger bodies in the passing attack. Unfortunately, he does not make enough plays on the ball or impact plays to be seen as anything besides that for now. There are chances he grows into more, but Baltimore would get a solid player who fits their scheme.
Round 6 – Pick 193
Myles Gaskin, RB, Washington
At this point in draft, despite having Mark Ingram and Gus Edwards, Baltimore should grab a running back. It’s a weak crop this year but there are players who can contribute in the NFL. Myles Gaskins from Washington is a veteran back who was ultra productive in college. He will never be a star running back or the top back on his team. What he does add is the ability to churn out yards, hit some big plays because of his vision and do all the right things. After seeing their entire running back depth chart go down with at least one injury last year, Baltimore understands the importance of having bodies to handle the carries next to Jackson. Gaskin gives the Ravens a player who can spell Ingram and Edwards on any down at a very low cost.