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Report: Ravens to sign two undrafted Maryland wide receivers
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Report: Ravens to sign two undrafted Maryland wide receivers
The Ravens are staying local following the 2026 NFL Draft, agreeing to terms with Maryland wide receivers Jalil Farooq and Octavian Smith Jr. as undrafted free agents, per Inside Maryland Sports and Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports.
Both players bring different skill sets to a wide receiver room that's expected to be highly competitive this summer.
Farooq, a transfer from Oklahoma, plays with a physical edge and has shown he can work through contact and pick up tough yards underneath. He profiles as a possession-type target who could find a role if he proves reliable in camp.
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Smith Jr. offers more big-play ability. He's a vertical threat who can stretch the field and create explosive plays, something Baltimore has continued to emphasize offensively around Lamar Jackson. As with any UDFA, nothing is guaranteed. But the Ravens value versatility and special teams contributions, and both Farooq and Smith Jr. will have a legitimate opportunity to make their case during training camp.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Report: Ravens to sign two undrafted Maryland wide receivers
