The new direction of the offense after Lamar Jackson became the Ravens' starting quarterback last season was just the beginning.
Baltimore's offense will continue to evolve, with Jackson as the new franchise quarterback and Greg Roman as the new offensive coordinator. To accelerate Jackson's development, and to maximize Roman's run-design schemes, Baltimore's offensive line needs to be a strength.
Right guard Marshal Yanda remains a stud, putting together another Pro Bowl season in 2018. The Ravens also found a promising right tackle in Orlando Brown Jr., who became a starter as a rookie. Ronnie Stanley, a Pro Bowl alternate, continues to anchor the left tackle spot.
However, Yanda is 34 years old and the starting left guard and center positions could be up for grabs in 2019. The Ravens' offensive line was outplayed during their 23-17 playoff loss to the Los Angeles Chargers.
Here are some Senior Bowl offensive linemen who could fit into the Ravens' plans, in what is considered a deep draft for interior linemen:
C Garrett Bradbury, N.C. St.
Size: 6-foot-3, 304 pounds
Matt Skura played every game for the Ravens at center, but it was his first season as the starter. Bradbury won the Remington Trophy last season, awarded to college football's outstanding center. Bradbury may not be ready to start as a rookie, but he is natural center with a physical disposition. During a Senior Bowl practice this week, Bradbury nearly blocked a defensive lineman seven yards backward into a line of players and coaches who were watching.
C Elgton Jenkins, Mississippi State
Size: 6-foot-4, 314 pounds
Some scouts think Jenkins will be a better NFL center than Bradbury. Jenkins outweighs Bradbury by 10 pounds and is physical as well. Jenkins pancaked opponents on a regular basis in college, and he could be available when the Ravens select at No. 22. NFL.com's Bucky Brooks has done a mock draft following the Senior Bowl practices, and Brooks does not have Bradbury or Jenkins going in the first round.
G Michael Deiter, Wisconsin
Size: 6-foot-5, 304 pounds
Deiter played guard, tackle, and center in college, which makes him attractive for his versatility. He was a second-team All-American at guard this season after switching from left tackle, where he played as a junior. His durability was impressive in college, playing four seasons without ever missing a game. Run-blocking is considered Deiter's strength, and he would have an opportunity to do that with the Ravens.
G/T Tytus Howard, Alabama State
Size: 6-foot-5, 322 pounds
Howard has enjoyed a strong week of practice as a small school product looking to prove he belongs. He played tackle in college, but has shown the ability to handle the guard position during workouts. His tenacity has been evident during Senior Bowl workouts. During a one-on-one drill, Howard continued to block even after his helmet was knocked off. Alex Lewis, James Hurst, and rookie Bradley Bozeman all played left guard for the Ravens in 2018. None of them won the job heading into next season.
