BALTIMORE — Ravens Flock... The Pick Is In.
Ravens select Penn State G Olaivavega Ioane with the 14th pick in 2026 NFL Draft
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With the 14th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the Baltimore Ravens selected Olaivavega Ioane, a guard out of Penn State.
Ioane, 22, was described as "physical and tough" by Ravens General Manager Eric DeCosta just weeks ahead of the draft.
In over 600 snaps at guard during the 2025 season at Penn State, Ioane allowed zero sacks and just four pressures.
“I think we need a good guard to protect Lamar Jackson. He is our key player, I think he is gonna be a good asset to our team," said Tiffany Creek of South Baltimore.
Before being drafted, Ioane said he had a good feeling the Ravens were interested in him, especially after his Top 30 visit.
He says he wants to come in and earn his role on the offensive line.
Both DeCosta and head coach Jesse Minter said this was viewed as a draft to address the trenches, and Baltimore selected Ioane to bolster a unit that struggled in 2025.
Baltimore still has Emery Jones, whom they drafted in 2025, who could provide competition for Ioane in the upcoming training camp.
While it wasn't the most exotic pick, the Ravens addressed a significant need heading into 2026.
The Ravens have 10 more selections in this draft, barring any trades, with picks at 45 and 80 on Day 2.
"We say it every year, but I just feel new coach, new uniform, good pick, it's our year," said Talise Settle of Baltimore County.
Expect Baltimore to look more toward the offensive line, defensive line, and potentially tight end.
