2nd round (No. 55)
Matt: WR Donovan Peoples-Jones, Michigan
While Peoples-Jones didn’t put up the level of production one would expect, don’t fall into the trap of assuming that shows his talent level. Poor quarterback play at Michigan did him no favors and he looks to be the right piece of the puzzle for Baltimore’s offense.
Peoples-Jones is a big-bodied receiver at 6-foot-2 and 212 pounds with decent hands and the physicality to pick up yards after the catch. But his 4.48-second 40-yard dash also points to a decent bit of speed as well, which could have him play both inside and outside depending on which matchups offensive coordinator Greg Roman wants to create. He might not be a No. 1 receiver but he’s a well-rounded option that could find plenty of targets given Baltimore’s physical style of offensive play.
He also brings a bonus as a punt returner, which the Ravens still need to find even after bringing back Chris Moore and De’Anthony Thomas this offseason.
Kevin: WR K.J. Hamler, Penn State
If the Ravens are trying to win with speed, Hamler is one of the best options out there. He fits the same mold as Marquise Brown, as a smaller receiver (5-foot-9) with elite quickness. Hamler is a nightmare to deal with in open space and can get over the top of a defense easily. Having Hamler and Brown in the same offense would open up all kinds of possibilities for Roman and the Baltimore offense.