There are plenty of reasons why the Baltimore Ravens have made the playoffs in six of the last eight seasons, with a pair of division titles and a Lombardi Trophy on the mantle.
But all of those reasons can be traced back to their conductor: general manager Ozzie Newsome.
A former first-round pick, three-time Pro Bowler and 1999 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, Newsome has become synonymous with how to build and sustain a successful NFL franchise. He's been particularly proficient at procuring top talent through the draft, consistently showing the ability to not only hit on early picks but also finding quality contributors in the middle and late rounds.