Ravens draft Faalele in 4th round
The Baltimore Ravens selected Minnesota offensive tackle Daniel Faalele in the fourth round of the 2022 NFL Draft, No. 110 overall.
Faalele gives Baltimore a developmental prospect for its offensive line. The Ravens used a first-round pick on center Tyler Linderbaum, who is expected to slide into the starting lineup right away.
A native of Australia, Faalele grew up playing rugby and basketball before experimenting with football. He boasts overwhelming size and strength, making him an intriguing prospect.
Scouting profile: Daniel Faalele
| School | Height | Weight | 40 time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 6'8 | 384 | DNP |
An imposing presence at 6-foot-8, 384 pounds, Faalele will be one of the NFL's biggest players when he sets foot on the field. His size and length, along with the accompanying strength, give him the foundation of an outstanding skill set. And considering he's still relatively new to football, he may only just be tapping into his potential. Faalele should be an impact run-blocker from the jump. Speed to the edge might be an issue in pass protection early on, but there won't be many defenders who can beat him with power. In a class filled with top offensive line talent, the upside he brings to that second tier is incredibly intriguing.