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NFL Power Rankings: Post-NFL Draft Edition

By Jon Dove

Feb 6, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick speaks during the Super Bowl LI winning team press conference flanked by the Lombardi Trophy at the George R. Brown Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 6, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick speaks during the Super Bowl LI winning team press conference flanked by the Lombardi Trophy at the George R. Brown Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 25, 2016; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) turns to deliver a handoff during the first quarter of a game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field. Pittsburgh won the contest 31-27. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 25, 2016; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) turns to deliver a handoff during the first quarter of a game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field. Pittsburgh won the contest 31-27. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports /

25. Baltimore Ravens

Key Additions: Tony Jefferson, Danny Woodhead, Marlon Humphrey, Tyus Bowser, Chris Wormley and Tim Williams

Key Losses: Ricky Wagner, Kyle Juszczyk, Elvis Dumervil, Zach Orr

Looking across the Baltimore Ravens roster it’s hard to a lot of star power. Joe Flacco is the big name but he hasn’t played at an extremely high level for a few years. The offensive playmakers are limited to underachievers and cast offs from other teams.

This is a franchise that appears to be trying to keep its head above water while they have Flacco on board. However, the majority of their top players are on the younger side and still developing.

I’m expecting a major drop off for this team as they struggle to find an identity. They lack the overall offensive line talent and a running back needed to be a power team. Flacco’s inconsistency and lack of an elite receiver means they won’t be able to air it out.

The defense has talent, but a lot of that is players will coming into their own. It’ll be  hard for the Ravens to keep pace with the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cincinnati Bengals. I wouldn’t be surprised if they barely surpass the Cleveland Browns in wins.

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