After a tough season-ending loss to the Steelers, the Ravens find themselves holding the No. 14 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Finishing 8-9, Baltimore has some clear areas to address - offensive guard, cornerback, edge rusher, and yes, potentially quarterback, depending on how things shake out with Lamar Jackson’s situation.
But here’s the upside: the Ravens are once again expected to be armed with a full arsenal of draft picks, possibly up to 11, thanks to compensatory selections. That gives them flexibility, and with pick No. 14, there’s reason for optimism - especially considering the last time they drafted in that exact spot, they landed All-Pro safety Kyle Hamilton.
Let’s take a look at how the No. 14 pick has panned out in recent years. The results? A mixed bag - but with some serious upside when the right player lands in the right system.
2025: Tyler Warren, TE - Colts
Warren didn’t come into the league with the same hype as a Brock Bowers, but he put together a rock-solid rookie campaign.
The former Penn State tight end hauled in 76 catches for 817 yards and 4 touchdowns on 112 targets. That’s impressive volume for a first-year player, and it suggests the Colts found a reliable weapon for their offense.
2024: Taliese Fuaga, OL - Saints
Fuaga has been steady, if not spectacular, in his first two seasons.
His pass-blocking grade stayed flat at 62.2, and he allowed pressure on 6.8% of his pass-blocking snaps - not elite, but respectable. Among the eight first-round tackles taken in his class, he ranks fourth in pressure rate, which shows he’s holding his own.
2023: Broderick Jones, OL - Steelers
Jones has had a rollercoaster ride in Pittsburgh.
He’s appeared in 45 games with 38 starts, splitting time between left and right tackle. While he’s shown flashes, inconsistency has been a theme, and heading into 2026, it’s unclear whether the Steelers will pick up his fifth-year option.
2022: Kyle Hamilton, S - Ravens
This one hits close to home for Baltimore - and in the best way.
Hamilton has blossomed into a defensive cornerstone. A two-time first-team All-Pro (2023, 2025) and second-team selection in 2024, he filled the stat sheet this past season: 105 tackles, seven tackles for loss, one sack, two forced fumbles, and nine passes defensed.
His ability to line up anywhere and impact the game has made him a nightmare for opposing offenses.
2021: Alijah Vera-Tucker, OL - Jets
Once seen as a foundational piece on the Jets’ offensive line, Vera-Tucker’s career has been derailed by injuries. A torn triceps just before the 2025 season cost him the entire year, and durability has become a major concern for a player who once looked like a sure thing.
2020: Javon Kinlaw, DT - 49ers
Kinlaw’s early years were marred by knee injuries, but he’s carved out a solid career.
Now with the Commanders, he’s logged 110 tackles and 9.5 sacks across 58 games with the 49ers and Jets. He’s not the disruptive force the Niners hoped for at No. 14, but he’s still a contributor in the league.
2019: Chris Lindstrom, G - Falcons
Lindstrom has quietly become one of the best run-blocking guards in football. His 91.7 PFF grade in that department this season ranked second among all guards - a testament to his consistency and power in the trenches.
2018: Marcus Davenport, Edge - Saints
Davenport’s career has been up and down, but he’s still produced.
Now with the Lions, he’s totaled 24.0 sacks, 68 QB hits, and 27 tackles for loss across stints with the Saints, Vikings, and Detroit. Injuries have limited his availability at times, but when healthy, he’s a disruptive presence off the edge.
2017: Derek Barnett, DE - Eagles
Barnett has been a steady rotational piece throughout his career.
Last season, he logged 46 tackles, 11 QB hits, seven tackles for loss, and 2.0 sacks over 720 snaps. Not a star, but a reliable contributor in a deep defensive line rotation.
2016: Karl Joseph, S - Raiders
Joseph entered the league with a lot of promise and brought physicality to the Raiders’ secondary. Injuries and inconsistency prevented him from becoming a long-term impact player, but he had stretches of solid play.
2015: DeVante Parker, WR - Patriots
Parker wrapped up his NFL career with 369 catches for 5,266 yards and 27 touchdowns. He never quite lived up to his first-round billing, but he had productive stretches, especially during his time in Miami.
2014: Kyle Fuller, DB - Bears
Fuller was a key piece of the Bears’ secondary for several years, earning All-Pro honors and Pro Bowl nods. He brought ball-hawking ability and physicality to the cornerback position.
2013: Star Lotulelei, DT - Panthers
Lotulelei was a run-stuffing anchor in Carolina’s front for several seasons. He didn’t rack up flashy stats, but he was a dependable presence in the middle of the line.
2012: Michael Brockers, DT - Rams
Brockers had a long, productive career, starting 157 of 160 games across 11 seasons with the Rams and Lions. He totaled 451 tackles, 64 QB hits, and 29 sacks - solid production for a defensive tackle who was more about setting the tone than chasing highlight-reel plays.
2011: Robert Quinn, DE - Bears
Quinn was a home-run pick at No.
- He racked up 102 career sacks before retiring in 2022, placing him 36th on the all-time list.
At his peak, he was one of the league’s premier pass rushers.
2010: Earl Thomas, DB - Seahawks
One of the most dominant safeties of his era, Thomas was the heart of the “Legion of Boom” and a key cog in Seattle’s Super Bowl run.
A six-time Pro Bowler, three-time first-team All-Pro, and a member of the 2010s All-Decade Team, Thomas is now a semifinalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2026. His nine seasons in Seattle were nothing short of elite, and he capped his career with a Pro Bowl nod in his lone season with the Ravens.
So what does all this mean for Baltimore? The No. 14 pick has produced everything from Hall of Famers to solid starters to players who’ve battled injuries and inconsistency. But when the right player lands in the right environment - like Kyle Hamilton with the Ravens or Earl Thomas in Seattle - it can be franchise-altering.
With a front office known for maximizing draft value, Baltimore is in a strong position to turn this pick into a difference-maker. Whether that’s a plug-and-play lineman, a dynamic corner, or something bolder like a quarterback, the Ravens have options - and history shows there’s plenty of talent to be found at No. 14.