As experts disclose more top fits, Mina Kimes WARNS the NFL and describes a UNFAIR Baltimore Ravens draft scenario.

The NFL Draft is a time for hope, projections, and bold predictions. As prospects get matched with ideal fits and team needs become clearer, media analysts around the league begin to sketch out how the first few rounds could shake up the league for years to come. But ESPN’s Mina Kimes has issued a warning that has the NFL world buzzing: beware of the Baltimore Ravens landing another perfect draft haul.

Kimes, a respected voice in football analytics and film breakdowns, didn’t mince words when describing a draft-day possibility she called “unfair” and “terrifying” for the rest of the league. The Baltimore Ravens, already an AFC powerhouse led by Lamar Jackson and one of the NFL’s deepest rosters, could be positioned to pull off what she called “a heist” if the board breaks their way.

The Context: Baltimore’s Smart Draft History

Before diving into the specifics of Kimes’ warning, it’s important to understand why this sentiment carries weight. The Ravens are one of the NFL’s most consistently successful franchises when it comes to draft evaluation. General manager Eric DeCosta, following in the footsteps of the legendary Ozzie Newsome, has upheld the Ravens’ identity as a team that values physicality, character, and upside.

From stealing future All-Pros like Roquan Smith (via trade), to finding gems like Kyle Hamilton, Tyler Linderbaum, and Zay Flowers in recent years, Baltimore continues to find ways to get maximum value on draft night. And with 9 total picks in the 2025 NFL Draft—including a precious first-rounder—Kimes believes they’re once again sitting in a dangerous spot.

“Baltimore is that team no one wants sitting behind them in the war room,” Kimes said on NFL Live. “They wait. They let other teams overthink. Then they pounce. And with this board and this class? It could be the perfect storm.”

The Scenario: An “Unfair” Fit on the Horizon?

What exactly is the scenario that Kimes—and now a growing list of experts—are calling “unfair”? According to multiple insiders and simulations, a number of top prospects are projected to fall right into Baltimore’s lap, each one capable of elevating the team’s already elite roster.

At the top of the list: Amarius Mims, the mammoth offensive tackle from Georgia.

“Mims to the Ravens at pick 26 or later feels so on brand,” said Kimes. “He’s 6-foot-7, 340, with feet like a tight end and the upside of a Pro Bowl tackle. You put him next to Tyler Linderbaum and let him protect Lamar? That’s terrifying for the AFC.”

Mims has been projected anywhere from the top 15 to the early second round due to limited starting experience. But he checks every box the Ravens value: size, pedigree, and physical traits that scream “developmental star.” With right tackle Morgan Moses now in his mid-30s, Mims could slide in as the long-term solution while getting valuable reps in a structured system.

But that’s not the only potential “unfair” fit that has tongues wagging.

Defensive Reload: The Ravens Way

On the other side of the ball, the Ravens have quietly lost some veteran pieces, including Patrick Queen in free agency. While Roquan Smith remains the centerpiece of Mike Macdonald’s defense, Baltimore could be in the market for another physical presence at linebacker—or a versatile safety-linebacker hybrid in the mold of Kyle Hamilton.

Enter Edgerrin Cooper, the Texas A&M linebacker who has seen his stock rise sharply this offseason.

“Cooper is a Raven through and through,” said Mel Kiper Jr. on a recent podcast. “He’s long, fast, nasty, and hits like a truck. He can spy quarterbacks, cover tight ends, and blitz like an edge rusher. Baltimore would love him.”

Adding Cooper to a front seven that already includes Smith, Justin Madubuike, and David Ojabo would give Baltimore even more flexibility and physicality on defense. Kimes noted that if Cooper slips to Baltimore, it would be “another steal they don’t even need—but will absolutely weaponize.”

Wide Receiver Depth? Watch Out for Keon Coleman or Troy Franklin

Though Baltimore hit a home run last year with Zay Flowers, and still have Rashod Bateman and Nelson Agholor, some experts believe they could still target another vertical threat in a loaded receiver class.

One name gaining momentum is Troy Franklin, the Oregon speedster with game-breaking ability and sharp route-running. Others point to Keon Coleman, a 6-foot-4 jump-ball artist from Florida State who could finally give Lamar Jackson a true “go up and get it” target.

“The rich getting richer is the theme here,” said Kimes. “Baltimore doesn’t need to take a receiver, but imagine Franklin flying past secondaries or Coleman going full Randy Moss in the red zone. These are chess pieces in an offense that’s already figured out how to be dynamic.”

Drafting With a Chip: Baltimore’s Mental Edge

What sets Baltimore apart from many other franchises is their ability to use draft positioning and need against the league. They don’t reach. They don’t panic. And they thrive when talent slips.

That’s why Kimes’ warning isn’t just about names—it’s about process.

“You combine competence, patience, and elite evaluation, and you get this team that seems to walk away with gold every April,” she explained. “It’s not flashy. It’s surgical. And that’s what should scare the AFC.”

The Ravens have built a reputation for making picks that don’t always generate immediate headlines but age like fine wine. Hamilton was passed over because of positional value. Linderbaum “wasn’t big enough.” Zay Flowers was “too small to be a WR1.” All three are now building blocks.

If Baltimore walks away from this draft with another foundational piece—or even just a few top-tier depth players—the rest of the AFC, from Kansas City to Cincinnati, will have to contend with a roster that only gets deeper.

The “Unfair” Outlook: Why the League is Nervous

Kimes wrapped up her breakdown with a word that resonated across NFL social media: unfair.

“When you draft well, develop well, and already have an MVP quarterback? You don’t need much. That’s why it’s unfair. Baltimore isn’t drafting out of desperation. They’re drafting to finish the job.”

In other words, this draft could be the final reinforcement the Ravens need to hoist another Lombardi Trophy.

A few projected combinations that would earn the “unfair” label?

• Amarius Mims + Troy Franklin + mid-round EDGE like Marshawn Kneeland
• Edgerrin Cooper + Keon Coleman + Day 3 sleeper CB
• Darius Robinson (DL, Missouri) + T.J. Tampa (CB, Iowa State)

Each of these options blends high-floor contributors with elite upside—and fits within Baltimore’s scheme and locker room culture.

Lamar Jackson’s Window Is Now

Perhaps the most significant part of Kimes’ warning lies in the timing. With Lamar Jackson under contract and in his prime, the Ravens know that the Super Bowl window is wide open—but not forever.

Baltimore has already shown signs that they are building for a run. They retained key pieces like Madubuike and brought in veteran leadership like Derrick Henry. But the real path to longevity, and multiple title shots, is through the draft.

“You can’t pay everyone forever,” said Kimes. “So you draft smart. You build from within. And you surround Lamar with enough talent to do what Mahomes did in KC. That’s the playbook. And they’re executing it.”

The Bottom Line: No Room for Error… Unless You’re Baltimore

While the rest of the AFC scrambles to fix quarterback controversies, rebuild trenches, or search for receiver help, Baltimore has the rare luxury of adding to a stable machine.

This is what makes the Ravens’ draft potential so chilling—and what justifies Kimes’ high alert.

If the board falls the right way, and if the Ravens once again let other teams overthink themselves into mistakes, Baltimore may walk away with one of the best draft classes of 2025 without even trying.

And if that happens?

Well, the rest of the NFL has been warned.