The first time is a learning experience and I've seen much worse than that but there are a couple things to keep in mind for next time.
1. Like everyone is saying, RBs are the lifeblood of any successful fantasy football team. It's a matter of scarcity. There are only 32 teams in the league, not all of which have a single back that will get enough carries to warrant using as a starter. Since you need to start two, there won't be enough to go around so you need to get them early, which is what most people in any competent draft will try to do.
2. Since most people will concentrate on RBs early, there's no reason to blow an early pick on a QB or WR. They'll still be there later so scoop up RBs while you still can. The only QB worthy of a first rounder is Peyton and that's only if it's late in the round and no RB has fallen farther than is reasonable. You can always get a quality starting QB in rounds 4-7 so there's no need to reach. You can always find an elite WR in round 3 as well.
3. Rookie WR? Throw him back. Randy Moss was the exception. Most of them don't produce useful numbers and, even when they do, they're still no better than loads of WRs who likely went undrafted.
4. Depth. My God, man! One backup RB who doesn't even start on his own team just isn't enough. You really don't need to carry a second D, especially when your first one is as good as the Ravens. I would use that spot for another RB. I don't like carrying two TEs either unless I have to.
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