NFL Mock Draft: Ravens Take Top Big Ten CB?
The Baltimore Ravens are expected to pick somewhere at the bottom of the first round of this year's NFL Draft.
Even with a pick not as high as most teams', there is still a lot of talent and players who can fill needs for the Ravens.
In Sports Illustrated's latest mock draft, the Ravens are slated to take Iowa cornerback Cooper DeJean.
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"Much of Baltimore's dominance on defense comes from their ability to create chaos with versatile playmakers at every level," SI writes. "That would make DeJean a perfect addition, with his skill set that saw him line up all over the field for the Hawkeyes. Throw in added value in the return game, and you've got a potential steal."
This year, DeJean has 41 tackles and two interceptions while playing for one of the league’s top defenses at Iowa.
DeJean has established himself as one of the best cornerbacks in the upcoming draft, and there's a good chance he may not fall all the way to where the Ravens are picking. But if he does, he would certainly be a steal and a big plus for Baltimore's secondary.
DeJean, a junior, is set to play what could be his final collegiate game on New Year's Day in the Citrus Bowl as his Hawkeyes take on the Tennessee Volunteers. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET and can be watched on ESPN.
