Washington moved from pick 52 to 56 in the 2002 second round,…
Washington moved from pick 52 to 56 in the 2002 second round, sending Baltimore selections 52 and 96 for picks 56, 87 and 159. The Ravens selected defensive lineman Anthony Weaver at 52 and later moved pick 96, while Washington drafted Ladell Betts, Cliff Russell and Andre Lott. Betts became a productive multi-year back in Washington, giving that larger three-pick return the advantage.
Baltimore Ravens Received
- pick 2002 2nd round pick (52nd overall, Anthony Weaver )
- pick 2002 3rd round pick (96th overall subsequently traded, Dorsett Davis )
Washington Commanders Received
- pick 2002 2nd round pick (56th overall, Ladell Betts ), 2002 3rd round pick (87th overall, Cliff Russell ) and 2002 5th round pick (159th overall, Andre Lott )
Trade Analysis
Why Baltimore Moved Up
Baltimore wanted defensive lineman Anthony Weaver and climbed four spots from No. 56 to No. 52 to secure him. The Ravens also received pick No. 96, while sending Washington picks 56, 87 and 159. Weaver became a real contributor for Baltimore, so the move-up was not an empty expenditure; he started games and provided several seasons of defensive-line work.
What Washington Built From the Package
Washington used No. 56 on running back Ladell Betts, No. 87 on wide receiver Cliff Russell and No. 159 on defensive back Andre Lott. Betts became the centerpiece of the return. He spent multiple seasons with Washington and produced his best year in 2006, when injuries elevated his role and he topped 1,000 rushing yards. The other selections added further roster opportunities even without matching Betts' impact.
How the Extra Volume Mattered
The Ravens deserve credit for identifying a useful defender in Weaver, but Washington did not simply move down four slots for a marginal bonus. It collected three picks and found a long-term offensive contributor with the first of them. Baltimore later moved the acquired No. 96 selection again, which preserved some value, yet the direct player outcome from Washington's side remains stronger.
Final Verdict
Washington Win. Baltimore earns a C because Weaver was a legitimate contributor and the move-up achieved its immediate purpose. Washington earns a B for turning a small slide in the second round into three selections, led by Betts' long tenure and productive peak. The additional draft volume and best individual return both favor Washington.
Baltimore received a useful defender in Anthony Weaver and preserved value by moving pick No. 96 again, but Washington's larger three-pick package produced Ladell Betts plus two additional players. Betts' long tenure and offensive contribution gave Washington the more substantial team-specific return.