Teams that will SHAPE THE DRAFT: What will Ravens, Raiders, Steelers and Jags do with their 10+ picks?

In this final edition of 'Teams That Will Shape the Draft,' Matt Harmon and Justin Boone analyze NFL teams with double-digit picks or no first-round selections, focusing on how their draft strategies could disrupt fantasy football landscapes. They examine the Baltimore Ravens, who need depth at tight end and receiver and may target Kenyon Sadiq or a wideout to complement Lamar Jackson’s offense. The Jacksonville Jaguars, despite having 11 picks, appear set with a committee backfield led by Basial Tootin, though their wide receiver room remains a fantasy minefield due to lack of clarity. The Pittsburgh Steelers, with quarterback uncertainty and a stagnant receiving corps, are deemed unattractive for fantasy investment. The Las Vegas Raiders, picking first, are expected to draft Fernando Mendoza and then bolster their weak receiver group, potentially elevating Brock Bowers as a top fantasy tight end. The Falcons and Colts are assessed as having shaky quarterback situations, with the Colts possibly leaning on Josh Downs and Tyler Warren for fantasy upside. Finally, the Broncos and Packers are evaluated for potential draft disruptors, with the Broncos more likely to add depth at running back and tight end due to J.K. Dobbins’ injury history. The episode underscores the importance of draft timing and team needs in shaping fantasy value. Key takeaways include: the Ravens may prioritize a tight end to support Mark Andrews and Zay Flowers; the Jaguars’ receiver depth could limit individual fantasy upside; the Steelers’ offense remains uninspiring regardless of quarterback; the Raiders’ Mendoza pick could unlock Bowers’ elite potential; and the Broncos’ need for a durable running back alternative to Dobbins makes a late-round pick a smart fantasy play. Overall, the draft is seen as a pivotal moment for fantasy managers to identify breakout players and avoid overvalued depth charts.