Round 1 – Pick 28: Kenneth Murray, LB, Oklahoma
You’re going to see Kenneth Murray’s name mocked to the Ravens a lot, and for good reason. Murray is a game wrecker. The Ravens deployed two guys they found at the top of the scrap pile in Josh Bynes and LJ Fort, but overachieved with both.
When it came down to the playoffs though, the talent level at inside linebacker really showed it ugly head. Derrick Henry was able to gash the Ravens repeatedly because they had no real answer.
Murray is that answer going into next season. He has excellent range, is a great tackler, and can really read an offense. Something that really sets Murray apart is his pursuit and the ability to track down the ball handler with his excellent athleticism.
Murray could potentially be the Ravens’ new C.J. Mosley.