3 Draft Targets That Can Help the Ravens Who Are Older Than Lamar Jackson

The Ravens are pretty much set for the foreseeable future with quarterback Lamar Jackson, who turned 23 years old this past January, at the helm in Baltimore. Jackson is a month younger than expected-No. 1 overall pick Joe Burrow, but the LSU quarterback isn't the only player in the draft older than Action Jackson. Here are three prospects older than Jackson that the Ravens would be wise to pursue in this month's draft.

3. Van Jefferson

Florida wideout Van Jefferson tries to make a man miss during a game against Kentucky. / Andy Lyons/Getty Images

Baltimore is short on wide receivers past Marquise "Hollywood" Brown and Willie Snead IV, so don't be surprised if the Ravens pick up a wideout late in the draft. Enter Florida receiver Van Jefferson. The ex-Gator turns 24 this July and is a gifted route-runner. He's quick and shifty making plays after the catch, which is exactly what the Ravens like in a receiver. Jefferson would be a depth option for Baltimore, but could eventually turn into much more.

2. Ashtyn Davis

California safety Ashtyn Davis lurks in the secondary during a game against Ole Miss. / Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images

Cal safety Ashtyn Davis is one of the older prospects in this year's draft, and he covers a team need for Baltimore. At 6-1, 200 pounds, Davis fits the ideal mold of a safety that can play behind Chuck Clark, who broke out at strong safety last season. The 23-year-old is versatile enough to contribute to Baltimore's defense right away in its secondary rotation, but the Ravens have to know he probably won't be on the draft board past the second round.

1. Troy Dye

Oregon linebacker Troy Dye lifts his hands in the air after clinching a win in the Pac-12 Championship game over Utah. / Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images

Baltimore is desperate to add a linebacker in the draft, and Oregon product Troy Dye might just be the answer. The 23-year-old was a four-year starter for the Ducks and is the only player in program history to lead the team in tackles four consecutive seasons. Dye can stand his ground in pass-coverage and is even better defending the run. If the Ravens end up drafting Dye, he could be a day-one starter in Baltimore's defense.