Ravens land versatile player in a new 2025 NFL mock draft that would make Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry even more unstoppable

The Baltimore Ravens had one of the most explosive rushing attacks the NFL has ever seen between Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry last season. Teams often use the NFL draft to fill a hole on their roster, but sometimes, they find ways to make a strength even stronger. In a new A to Z Sports mock draft, the […]

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Oct 21, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) hands off to running back Derrick Henry (22) against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the first quarter at Raymond James Stadium.
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The Baltimore Ravens had one of the most explosive rushing attacks the NFL has ever seen between Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry last season. 

Teams often use the NFL draft to fill a hole on their roster, but sometimes, they find ways to make a strength even stronger. In a new A to Z Sports mock draft, the Ravens do both by improving their offensive line and making their run game even more scary. 


Ravens select North Dakota State offensive lineman Grey Zabel In a new mock draft

Mar 2, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; North Dakota State offensive lineman Grey Zabel (OL50) during the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium.
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"The Ravens have a glaring need to bolster both guard spots still, and their prayers for an uber-athletic presence who can keep their run game strong are answered, here. Grey Zabel played tackle at North Dakota State but will move inside to either guard or center. Putting him next to Tyler Linderbaum gives Baltimore two elite pull options to clear lanes for Derrick Henry, and there's no reason to think Zabel won't benefit as a pass blocker with Ronnie Stanley to his other side."

New A to Z Sports mock draft

Grey Zabel is one of the most intriguing small-school prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft. He began the draft cycle with a dominant week at the Senior Bowl and followed it up with a solid performance at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine. His strong showing in front of NFL reps has boosted his draft stock significantly, and his insane position versatility makes him one of the most unique prospects in the class. 

Sometimes, people use the phrase "He can play all over the line" very loosely when talking about versatile offensive linemen. However, with Zabel, the statement holds real weight. At the Senior Bowl, he worked out at all five positions, and people around the league all seem pretty split on which will be his best position in the NFL. For the Ravens, he would be a day-one starter at either guard spot. His upside is arguably higher than any offensive lineman in the class, and he would improve the Ravens' run game, which is already one of the best in the league, which would make the rest of the NFL afraid, very afraid.