The Baltimore Ravens have spent much of the offseason reinforcing their defense, but if recent projections are any indication, they may not be done reshaping their secondary. In a recent mock draft, ESPN’s Matt Miller has Baltimore selecting Keionte Scott with the 45th overall pick, a move that addresses both immediate need and long-term flexibility. Scott, a standout from the Miami Hurricanes football program, is widely viewed as one of the draft’s top slot cornerbacks, bringing energy, physicality, and playmaking ability to the position.
And for Baltimore, that could mean more than just adding depth. The Ravens’ cornerback room still carries questions. Nate Wiggins appears poised to take on a larger role, and veteran Chidobe Awuzie provides short-term stability. But the spotlight remains on Humphrey, whose 2025 campaign raised concerns about consistency and long-term fit.
That’s where things get interesting.
Drafting Scott wouldn’t necessarily signal the end of Humphrey’s time in Baltimore. Instead, it could open the door to something different, perhaps a positional shift. Here’s a bold prediction, one that Ravens Wire has mentioned before. What if Humphtey moved to safety? Moving Humphrey to safety, where his instincts and physicality could shine, would allow the Ravens to maximize his skill set while injecting new life into the cornerback group. It’s a bold idea, but not an unrealistic one.
Scott’s aggressive play style fits what Baltimore covets defensively. He’s disruptive in coverage, active against the run, and capable of impacting games as a blitzer. While he has areas to refine, his motor and versatility make him an appealing option for a defense looking to regain its edge.
And that’s the key. The Ravens don’t just need bodies in the secondary. They need answers. If Scott is the pick, it wouldn’t just be about filling a role. It could be about redefining two areas in the secondary and how the entire unit operates. Click here for a few more second-round alternatives. The point? Baltimore will have plenty of options in Round 2 of the NFL Draft.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Ravens mock draft adds CB, opens door for Humphrey move
