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Late for Work 3/8: Ravens Trading Back in 1st Round a Popular Notion, But Easier Said Than Done

Ravens Trading Back in First Round a Popular Notion, But Easier Said Than Done

Usually fans are screaming for the Ravens to aggressively move UP in the NFL Draft to select premier talent.

Not so much this year.

A more popular notion is to trade back and stockpile draft picks because the 2018 class’s strength is its depth, not premier talent. Plus, the positions that offer legitimate first-round grades don’t match the Ravens’ needs.

So, yeah, it sure sounds nice to move back and add an extra pick in, say, the third round, where there will still be quality receivers, running backs and tight ends.