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Pro days are coming to a close, meaning media draft prognosticators have seen about all they’re going to see from this year’s prospects.

So who do they think the Ravens will draft at No. 6 overall?

First, here’s a look back at the picks in Mock Draft Monitor 1.0, 2.0 and 3.0.

And here are the latest predictions:

Todd McShay, ESPN
Posted March 24
DE DeForest Buckner, Oregon
Senior; 6-7, 300; 13 games, 83 tackles; 17 tackles for loss, 10.5 sacks, 1 fumble recovery
“The Ravens were unusually aggressive in free agency, signing S Eric Weddle, WR Mike Wallace and TE Benjamin Watson. While OT Ronnie Stanley and RB Ezekiel Elliott would both be in play here, I have a feeling Buckner would be the pick if GM Ozzie Newsome sticks to his best-available strategy. The No. 3 player on our board, Buckner isn't a traditional edge rusher, but he is disruptive against the run and plays with a great motor. He has the skill set to fit in both a 3-4 and 4-3 at the next level.”

Daniel Jeremiah, NFL Network
Posted March 29
DE DeForest Buckner, Oregon
“The Ravens are at their best when they dominate in the trenches.”

Pete Prisco, CBS Sports
Posted March 29
LB Myles Jack, UCLA
Junior; 6-1, 245; 3 games; 15 tackles, 0 sacks, 1 interception (season ended early by knee injury)
“He's the best player in this draft. They would be foolish to pass on this game-changing linebacker.”

Peter Schrager, FOX Sports
Posted March 28
DE Joey Bosa, Ohio State
Junior; 6-6, 275; 12 games, 35 tackles, 16 tackles for loss, 5 sacks, 1 interception, 1 forced fumble
“The Ravens were very active in free agency this year, bringing in Ben Watson, Mike Wallace, and Eric Weddle. Bosa was hyped as the next J.J. Watt throughout the college football season. He's probably not that, but that's OK. He's something special all the same. His dad played in the league (and still plays a major role in his life) and he's got an edge. We'll see, but I like the fit, regardless.”

Dane Brugler, CBS Sports
Posted March 28
DE DeForest Buckner, Oregon
“Defensive line might not be the most glaring need on the Ravens' roster, but general manager Ozzie Newsome will have a tough time passing on a talent like Buckner if he's available at Baltimore's pick.”

Rob Rang, CBS Sports
Posted March 27
OT Ronnie Stanley, Notre Dame
Senior; 6-foot-6, 315 pounds
“The Ravens appear ready to move on from Eugene Monroe, a disappointment at left tackle since being acquired in a trade with Jacksonville. Scouts wish Stanley was a little nastier in the running game, but his long arms and light feet make him a quality pass blocker.”

Mark Selig, The Baltimore Sun
Posted March 25
DE Joey Bosa, Ohio State
“Even if Terrell Suggs returns at full strength, and even if the Ravens add another pass-rusher (Dwight Freeney, anyone?) the team could use an infusion of youth up front. Bosa is a high-motor player who received top-flight coaching in college. Another option for the Ravens here is reliable Notre Dame offensive tackle Ronnie Stanley.”

Matt Miller, Bleacher Report
Posted March 25
DE DeForest Buckner, Oregon

Nate Davis, USA Today
Posted March 24
DE DeForest Buckner, Oregon
“When he's not executing one of his typical draft night trades, GM Ozzie Newsome adheres to a "best player on the board" philosophy. In this scenario, that means Buckner goes to Baltimore, which could clearly use a disruptive 6-7, 291-pound five-technique to reinvigorate its three-man front.”

Dan Kadar, SB Nation
Posted March 21
DE DeForest Buckner, Oregon
“Coached up in the right system, Buckner could have a career similar to that of Calais Campbell of the Arizona Cardinals. Baltimore is the right system. Buckner can line up at end and use his power and length to be a force versus the run.”

Chris Burke, Sports Illustrated
Posted March 16
DE DeForest Buckner, Oregon
“Whereas the Jaguars would be mortified to see the top five fall like this, the Ravens would have to love finding Buckner at No. 6. They need an upgrade on their pass rush, but from the D-line as well as at OLB. Buckner produced 10.5 sacks last season at Oregon and is a natural fit as a 3-4 end.”