Baltimore Ravens select Emery Jones Jr in third round of 2025 NFL Draft

The Baltimore Ravens have selected former LSU offensive guard Emery Jones Jr. in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft. After a stellar career in Baton Rouge, Jones is now set to take the next step and play in the NFL.

During his three seasons at LSU, Emery Jones appeared in 38 contests, starting 36 of them including in all 14 games with 12 starts at right tackle as a true freshman. In that time, the versatile 315-pounder became a freshman All-American, as well as a two-time second-team All-SEC lineman in consecutive seasons.

On his way out, Jones made it clear how much he enjoyed his time in Baton Rouge. He released a statement at the time he declared for the draft detailing his appreciation for the support he’s received in the short time he was with the program.

“Baton Rouge has ALWAYS been, and will ALWAYS be, my home,” Jones wrote. “Growing up in Baton Rouge, attending games at Tiger Stadium instilled in me a deep sense of pride and a longing to one day represent the state of Louisiana by running out of that tunnel in Death Valley on a Saturday night.

“I want to express my sincere gratitude to the coaches and staff who have shaped my development as both a football player and a person. I also want to thank my family and friends for their contributions to the man I have become.”

What NFL Draft analysts are saying about Emery Jones Jr.

Now that Emery Jones Jr. has been drafted, fans may be wondering what to expect from their new offensive lineman. NFL Draft analyst Lance Zierlein provided his analysis of the star guard.

Zierlein: “Three-year starting right tackle with broad shoulders and long arms. Jones gets to lateral landmarks on reach blocks, is fluid getting into space and can erase rushers looking to flatten and corner at the edge. His consistency as a run blocker is impacted by a lack of hand-readiness and balance issues that see him on the ground too often.

“In pass protection, he struggles to gain ground quickly enough, causing him to open and race to the edge. Skilled rushers are sure to attack his pass-setting inconsistencies with success unless coaching can correct the issue. The traits and talent should make him a starter, but there might be issues that flare in the pro game, necessitating a move to guard.”