Round 1, Pick 16: Marlon Humphrey, CB, Alabama
What the Experts Say: "Talented height-weight-speed prospect who comes from NFL bloodlines. Might need time for his technique to catch up with his traits. Coverage inconsistencies could cause him to struggle against quality competition early on, but his mental makeup and recovery talent should help him pull through. Has the instincts and run-support skills to become an early starter for a zone-cover defense, but it will be hard for teams looking for a lockdown, man corner to pass on all of those physical gifts early in the draft." -- Lance Zierlein
KZ Says: Humphrey was a top five cornerback in this year's draft, a top 15 player on some boards and at least a top 25 on others. When you factor in all the players who could have been dropped for off-the-field or medical issues -- like John Ross, Jabrill Peppers, Reuben Foster, Jonathan Allen and Gareon Conley, to name a few -- I do find it possible Humphrey was a top 15 player on the Ravens' board. What we don't know is why they passed on Alabama tight end O.J. Howard. If Howard becomes the once-in-a-generation talent that some predict, it's a significant mistake by the Ravens.
