2017 NFL Draft Grades: Baltimore Ravens Day 2 Picks

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Dec 31, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Tim Williams (56) during the first quarter of the 2016 CFP Semifinal against the Washington Huskies at the Georgia Dome. Alabama defeated Washington 24-7. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports /

Pick No. 78: Tim Williams, EDGE – Alabama

This is probably the hardest pick to grade so far. After addressing their pass rush in the second round with the addition of Tyus Bowser, the Baltimore Ravens decided to double dip on edge rusher, grabbing Tim Williams.

This pick has the potential to be either an A+ or an F–. And yes, I meant to put two minus signs there. But for his rap sheet, Williams likely would have gone off the board in the top-15. But after several failed drug tests, Williams saw his draft stock plummet.

On top of that, Williams was also arrested on gun charges. His pass rushing ability isn’t a question though. If this pick pans out, the Ravens just got a stud player to add to their defense. Bowser and Williams can play opposite each other on the edge and rush the passer together.

C+. . EDGE. Alabama. TIM WILLIAMS

The Ravens get a C+ for this pick. That comes purely from the volatility involved with a player like Williams. As stated previously, if this works out, Williams is an A+. This pick is a monster fail if his off-the-field issues don’t go away. Call the C+ an average between those two.

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