Ravens Add Defensive Talent with Chandler Rivers

0:00It's April 25th, NFL News Today starts now, AI powered and game ready, I'm Cory with the story. The Baltimore Ravens beefed up their defense on day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft, grabbing cornerback Chandler Rivers from Duke with a 160 second overall pick. This move adds experience and grit to their secondary right away. Rivers shown at Duke, earning all ACC honors twice first team in 2024 and second team the next year. He helped squad hit a program record of 35 wins over 4 seasons plus 4 stray bull trips. His quick feet, sharp instincts and ability to stick with receivers make him a natural fit for Baltimore's scheme. Coaches love his flexibility, whether locking down the outside or jumping into sub packages and special teams could be his quick entry point. In 39 games with 32 starts, Rivers powered up 223 tackles, 16 tackles for loss, 7 interceptions, and 29 pass breakups.

1:00He ranks 8th all time at Duke there. He keyed three bull wins and Duke's first ACC title since 1962. Rivers steps in a solid depth with starter potential, giving the Ravens options to build that backfield lockdown as they gear up for the season.