The Ravens were forced to wait almost four hours before they could make their first selection of the draft. However, their patience paid off as they were able to secure one of the top cornerbacks in this year’s draft class. With the 30th overall pick, the Ravens chose former Clemson corner Nate Wiggins. This marks the first time since 2017, when Marlon Humphrey was selected, that the Ravens have chosen a cornerback in the first round.
Nate Wiggins had an impressive college career and will now be a part of the Ravens’ defensive success in the upcoming season. He made 11 starts during the 2022 season and earned first-team All-ACC honors after the 2023 campaign. Over his three years in college, he recorded 60 tackles, three interceptions, two interception returns for touchdowns, and two forced fumbles.
The Ravens have a strong group of corners with Brandon Stephens, Ar’Darius Washington, Jalyn Armour-Davis, and Arthur Maulet joining Wiggins and Humphrey in their secondary squad. This group will be tasked with shutting down opposing passing attacks and contributing to the Ravens’ defensive success in the upcoming season. With Wiggins now a part of the team, the Ravens’ secondary looks poised to be a force to be reckoned with in the NFL.
