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Ravens second-round draft candidate: Stanford offensive guard David Yankey

Watch highlights of Stanford guard David Yankey.

David Yankey could be just what the Ravens needed on the offensive line.
David Yankey could be just what the Ravens needed on the offensive line.
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David Yankey is a mauler.

A two-time All-American, Yankey moved inside to guard this season, a much more natural position for the hulking 6-5, 311-pounder. He plays extremely mean and has the versatility to kick out to tackle, a position he played at Stanford before moving inside.

Yankey has the potential to be an early second-rounder, though he's fighting Xavier Su'a-Filo for the recognition of being the top interior lineman in this draft class.

He finishes his blocks and is a tough, rugged and determined player. Just check out his highlight tape. His blocks pop out in a big way, especially for those that saw what the Ravens' offensive line accomplished — or didn't — this past season.

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