Mark Andrews has already put together an impressive career in the NFL. Since 2018, the Baltimore Ravens tight end has been a key part of the team’s offense, second only to quarterback Lamar Jackson in terms of impact.
But the end of the 2024 season left a sour note. Andrews took much of the blame for the Ravens’ early playoff exit against Josh Allen’s Buffalo Bills after a crucial drop. It’s a moment he’s clearly carried into 2025. And this offseason, he opened up about how he’s handled it.
Mark Andrews Gets Real About Handling Playoff Disappointment
Speaking to reporters at Day 2 of OTAs, Andrews said he’s stayed focused on what he can control.
“I surrounded myself with good people and didn’t look at the outside noise,” he said. “Looked myself in the mirror and know the type of player I am, know the type of work I put in. As a professional, it’s about being able to move past it, but storing that in the memory bank. Understanding that this is not the end.”
Ravens TE Mark Andrews: “I’m excited to show what I can continue to do and continue to prove myself and step up in big moments. That’s the thing about sports is it doesn’t always fall your way. But that’s how you bounce back.” pic.twitter.com/cyCEPQDWCZ
— Jamison Hensley (@jamisonhensley) May 28, 2025
There’s no doubt Andrews is under pressure to bounce back in 2025. The big question now is how dealing with the guilt of that playoff moment will motivate him in the coming season.
Andrews’ Numbers Still Spark Hope for 2025
Even though Andrews struggled in the playoffs, his production during the regular season points to better days ahead. In 2024, he improved in almost every major receiving category: targets, receptions, yards per reception, yards per target, receiving yards, and touchdowns. Those numbers are a big reason for optimism as he heads into 2025.
Of course, nothing is guaranteed. Andrews knows it will take the right mindset and hard work to keep moving forward. Coming off what might have been the most disappointing play of his career, there’s every reason to believe he’ll be more driven than ever.
MARK ANDREWS DROPPED THE GAME-TYING PASS 😳
(via @NFL) pic.twitter.com/dGHC30xxun
— ESPN (@espn) January 20, 2025
At 29, he’s still young enough to have prime years left in the tank. As long as he stays healthy and motivated, there’s no reason to think Andrews can’t keep the conversation about decline off the table for at least another year.
The Ravens are counting on him to do just that.
