The Baltimore Ravens may once again use the NFL Draft to add more support around their star field general, Lamar Jackson. Even with one of the league’s most dynamic quarterbacks still in place, Baltimore’s passing attack remains a work in progress entering 2026.
Zay Flowers gave the offense a legitimate top target last season, but the rest of the wide receiver group left plenty of room for improvement. That is why a star Tennessee wideout is beginning to emerge as an intriguing name for Baltimore in early draft projections.
Ravens Projected to Land Chris Brazzell II as Lamar Jackson’s Next Downfield Weapon
In his latest mock draft, PFSN analyst Ian Cummings connected Chris Brazzell II to Baltimore and outlined why the Tennessee receiver could fit what this offense currently lacks. If the Ravens want to add size, vertical juice, and another outside threat for Jackson, Brazzell checks several boxes.
The Ravens have not struggled to generate explosive plays on the ground, but finding another receiver who can consistently stretch coverage would change how defenses are forced to play them.
“Chris Brazzell II is a true field-stretcher at 6-foot-4, but he also has the fluidity and bend to sustain a full route tree, and his 16.5% catch rate over expectation speaks to his conversion ability,” Cummings wrote.
That evaluation is especially relevant for a Baltimore offense that has leaned heavily on Flowers while waiting for more consistency elsewhere. Flowers delivered 86 receptions for 1,211 yards and 5 touchdowns in the 2025 season, clearly establishing himself as the team’s top receiver.
After that, however, the production dipped sharply, with tight end Mark Andrews finishing as the next most productive target among Baltimore’s primary pass-catchers.
Brazzell would offer a different profile than what the Ravens currently have. At 6-foot-4 and 198 pounds, he brings size and stride length that naturally create matchup issues. His 2025 season at Tennessee (62 catches, 1,017 yards, and 9 touchdowns) showcased both vertical playmaking and an ability to work across multiple route concepts.
Over his college career, he totaled 136 receptions, 2,072 yards, and 16 touchdowns, production that supports his growing draft stock. On the PFSN Consensus Big Board, Brazzell carries a grade of 83.32, ranks No. 60 overall, and is viewed as a potential first-round selection.
Why Adding Another Pass-Catcher Still Makes Sense for Baltimore
There is also some uncertainty around Baltimore’s current room beyond Flowers. Veteran DeAndre Hopkins posted only 22 catches for 330 yards and 2 touchdowns last season and is not widely expected to return in 2026.
That leaves room for another impact addition, especially for a team still trying to maximize Jackson’s prime years, as Sports Illustrated analyst Anthony Miller noted while discussing Baltimore’s receiver outlook:
“Hopkins most likely won’t be back for the Ravens, as Rashod Bateman will remain the WR2 or WR3. That leaves Baltimore open to finding another top receiver to join the team. If Derrick Henry had his way, he would tell the Ravens to call the Philadelphia Eagles for wide receiver A.J. Brown,” Miller wrote.
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The Ravens’ offensive numbers also suggest there is still another level to reach. According to PFSN’s Offense Impact Metric, Baltimore finished 8-9 with a 72.7 OFFi, which ranked 20th in the NFL. Their offense earned a C- grade, reflecting a group that had flashes but lacked consistent weekly performance.
In broader terms, the unit was functional, but not nearly as dangerous through the air as a contender built around Jackson should be.
If Baltimore wants to make life easier on Jackson and create more balance offensively, Brazzell could be the type of receiver worth taking a bet on.
