Ravens in corner market

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McKelvin absolutely shut down Georgia Tech wide receiver Calvin Johnson two years ago, holding the future Detroit Lions’ second overall pick to a mere two catches for nine yards.

“I figured if he could go that high, I could definitely play in the league,” McKelvin recounted at the NFL scouting combine. “I love challenges.”

Now, McKelvin is no longer an anonymous Troy University player. Ranked as the top cornerback by multiple teams because of his speed, competitiveness and uncommon return skills, he’s regarded as a prime candidate for the Baltimore Ravens’ eighth overall selection if they don’t draft quarterback Matt Ryan.

“I know what I’m capable of,” McKelvin said. “Now, I just have to go out and prove it to everybody else. I plan on being the first corner taken in the draft.”

The Ravens could use an influx of talent at cornerback due to the advancing age of starters Chris McAlister and Samari Rolle, who missed several games last season due to knee injuries and epilepsy, respectively. There’s virtually no proven depth behind them.

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