And to that point Eisenberg says: " But at the same time, there are reasons why the “first-round quarterback” idea is bubbling up this year. The draft class is super deep in quarterbacks, with as many as six possibly going high. Given the event’s unpredictable nature, a significant talent could be available at No. 16 overall, when the Ravens pick. Those opportunities are rare. It’s an eye-opening concept, for sure. And there are things about it to like. For starters, it surely would shake up the local football world, which could use a shake after three straight non-playoff seasons. After a season in which empty seats appeared and the ending disappointed, I’ve heard it suggested that the Ravens can’t do anything to fire up their “bored” fans in the offseason. Oh, yeah? Let’s see what happens if they draft Louisville’s Lamar Jackson or Oklahoma’s Baker Mayfield. That would take care of the yawns. Nothing gets a buzz going like new blood under center. It also would rock Flacco’s world – nothing affirms your sports mortality more than your replacement’s arrival. Would the Ravens benefit from that? Are they willing to find out?" http://www.baltimoreravens.com/news/article-1/Eisenberg-Ravens-Are-Unlikely-to-Draft-a-First-Round-Quarterback-But-the-Idea-Has-Merit-/15122f5f-36cf-4cec-8cb7-a40125928a2c