The Baltimore Ravens added 11 NFL Draft picks last week, signed 19 undrafted free agents, and held the first rookie minicamp under new head coach Jesse Minter on Friday, May 1, and Saturday, May 2. New draft classes are always impactful, and the trickle-down effect starts with key veterans, players on the final year of their deals, and young players in jeopardy of being replaced.

With OTAs fast approaching, we're looking at ten Ravens who'll be impacted the most by what transpired over the three-day weekend.

Winner: Lamar Jackson, Declan Doyle

An already explosive offense added the best offensive guard in college football, a dual-threat running back, two tight ends, and a specific type of pass catchers. By selecting Ja'Kobi Lane and Elijah Sarratt, Baltimore secured the two players in this draft class who posted the highest share of contested targets. Both Lane and Sarratt thrive in situations where the ball is in the air and defenders are in tight coverage, showing the ability to win through contact and finish plays. That trait is especially valuable in the NFL, where separation windows shrink, and quarterbacks often need receivers who can make plays in traffic.

Losers: RB Derrick Henry, Justice Hill

The Baltimore Ravens selected Adam Randall with the No. 174 overall pick, adding a big, physical, dual-threat weapon to the offense. Making things even more interesting was that owner Steve Bisciotti made the pick, hinting at Randall getting an opportunity to carve out a role. Before the draft, the Ravens roster had Henry, Justice Hill returning from injury, and Rasheen Ali, after Keaton Mitchell wasn't tendered, joined the Chargers on a two-year deal. With Henry, 32, and Hill entering the final year of their deals. Baltimore adding a running back in the fifth round will likely alter the depth chart for 2027.

Loser: DeVontez Walker-Rashod Bateman

The look and hierarchy of this group changed over the draft weekend, after the Baltimore Ravens added Ja'Kobi Lane and Elijah Sarratt, two wideouts who led the class in contested target share, signaling a clear offensive identity. After watching DeAndre Hopkins make highlight reel catches during his one season in Baltimore, the Ravens double down on that type of elite playmaking ability.

Both Lane and Sarratt thrive in situations where the ball is in the air and defenders are in tight coverage, showing the ability to win through contact and finish plays. That trait is especially valuable in the NFL, where separation windows shrink, and quarterbacks often need receivers who can make plays in traffic. Bateman is under contract through 2029 and has been the subject of trade talks following an injury-filled 2025 season. Devontez Walker is a touchdown machine but remains unproven heading into Year 3, and he now has double the competition. LaJohntay Wester will return punts, while Cornelius Johnson and Dayton Wade are likely to have roles on the practice squad.

Losers: Durham Smythe-Mark Andrews

The Baltimore Ravens traded up to select Matthew Hibner at No. 133 overall, adding another tight end after a Day 2 run at the position when they added Alabama tight end, Josh Cuevas. Andrews is beginning the first year of a contract extension, while Smythe is on the roster for one year; he could be a training camp casualty.

Loser: Andrew Vorhees-Emery Jones

In Jesse Minter's first draft as head coach, the Ravens took steps to protect Lamar Jackson, while bringing brute strength and physicality to Baltimore. In a move that's been mocked and expected for weeks, the Baltimore Ravens selected Penn State All-American guard Vega Ioane with the No. 14 pick in the 2026 NFL draft. Baltimore had two of the lowest-rated offensive guards in the NFL last season, with Andrew Vorhees and Daniel Faalele.

Vorhees will battle John Simpson for snaps, while Faalele signed with the New York Giants. The first round selection ensures Ioane is a Day 1 starter at right guard. While Eric DeCosta has raved about last year's third-round pick Emery Jones Jr., Andrew Vorhees returns.

Winner: Corey Bullock

With three-time Pro Bowl Tyler Linderbaum in Las Vegas as the highest-paid center in NFL history, the Ravens chose not to draft a center. Former Maryland star and undrafted free agent Corey Bullock could be the player to watch, while Jovaughn Gwyn and Danny Pinter offer positional versatility.

Loser: Mike Green/Adisa Isaac

The Ravens needed edge rusher depth and used the No. 45 pick on Missouri's Zion Young one year after picking Mike Green at No. 59 overall. It was understood that Eric DeCosta could prioritize adding an edge rusher early, with the 2026 class offering strong value at the position in Round 1. Tavius Robinson is physical and plays inside, meaning this move could take snaps away from Mike Green.

Hendrickson is the big fish and the guy who'll close games out when the Ravens have a lead. Green returns after posting 3.5 sacks in 2025, and Robinson returns after dealing with an injury but posting 4.5 sacks. Adisa Isaac and second-year Kaimon Rucker offer depth. A first or second-round edge rusher could shake things up.

Winner: Teddye Buchanan-Jay Higgins

Baltimore didn't draft a linebacker, signaling that they are happy with this group. The 29-year-old Roquan Smith had another 100+ tackle season and is under contract for two more seasons. Still, the countdown has begun for when Baltimore moves on from the perennial Pro Bowl pick. Teddye Buchanan is coming off a torn ACL that he suffered in Week 15, while Trenton Simpson is entering the final year of his rookie deal. Jay Higgins IV and Carl Jones offer depth.

Winner: Tyler Loop

Loop will return after missing a 44-yard game-winning field goal attempt in Pittsburgh, ending the Ravens' playoff hopes with a Week 18 loss to the Steelers. Overall, Loop, who was drafted in the sixth round last season, connected on 30 of his 34 field goal attempts. Loop's 88.2% conversion rate ranked fourth among rookie kickers over the past five seasons, trailing Cameron Dicker (95.5%), Brandon Aubrey (94.7%), and Cam Little (93.1%). Baltimore adding a kicker would have been impactful.

This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Biggest Winners and losers from the Ravens' 2026 NFL draft