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2016 NFL Draft Midseason Grades For Every 1st Round Pick

By Erik Lambert

Oct 30, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (11) throws a pass in the second quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 30, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (11) throws a pass in the second quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jul 31, 2016; Owings Mills, MD, USA; Baltimore Ravens offensive tackle Ronnie Stanley (79) warms up during the morning session of training camp at Under Armour Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports
Jul 31, 2016; Owings Mills, MD, USA; Baltimore Ravens offensive tackle Ronnie Stanley (79) warms up during the morning session of training camp at Under Armour Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports /

Baltimore Ravens

Top Pick:  Ronnie Stanley, OT, Notre Dame

It was a mild surprise when the Ravens decided to make Ronnie Stanley their 1st round pick considering Laremy Tunsil was graded higher by most experts. It was an even bigger surprise when they elected to start him from day one as a rookie. Thus far he’s shown plenty of glimpses why. Stanley is an athletic pass protector who does his job keeping Joe Flacco clean. He’s also a steady run blocker too. He’ll have to show he can stay healthy moving forward though.

Grade:  B+

Hidden Gem:  Matt Judon, DT, Grand Valley St.

Ozzie Newsome always has a knack for finding quality contributes in small places. Matt Judon could end up being his latest gem. Very few people took notice of him for obvious reasons, coming out of Grand Valley St. Yet his play speaks for itself. As a rotational linebacker he has 10 tackles and two sacks. It looks like he’s performing at a high level each week. A welcome sign for a defense in need of young playmakers.

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