Mark Andrews, the Baltimore Ravens tight end, expressed his deep disappointment following last weekend’s playoff loss to the Buffalo Bills. In a social media post on Thursday, Andrews shared his feelings about the game.
During the Ravens’ 27-25 loss to the Bills, Andrews missed a crucial opportunity in the final two minutes. He dropped a wide-open 2-point conversion pass from Lamar Jackson, which could have tied the game. The ball hit him in the chest as he slid on the icy turf. He also lost a fumble in the second half of the game.
A Heartfelt Message to Fans and Teammates
Andrews did not speak to reporters after the game or the next day when Ravens players were cleaning out their lockers. On Instagram, he shared his emotions: “It’s impossible to adequately express how I feel. I’m absolutely gutted by what happened on Sunday. I’m devastated for my teammates, my coaches and Ravens fans.”
He continued, “That is why it’s taken me until now to collect my thoughts and address this publicly. Even though the shock and disappointment are unlike anything I’ve felt before, I refuse to let the situation define me. I promise that this adversity will only make me stronger and fuel us as we move forward.”
Career Achievements and Leadership
Andrews, a seven-year veteran, has been a key player for the Ravens since 2018, the same year Lamar Jackson joined the team. He currently holds the Ravens’ career record for touchdown receptions with 51 and set a personal best with 11 TD catches this season.
Jackson Supports Andrews
After the game, Lamar Jackson defended Andrews, refusing to place blame on him for the loss. Jackson pointed out his own mistakes, which included two turnovers in the first half.
Fans Show Support for Andrews
Following the game, Andrews received negative comments from some fans. However, Bills fans responded in a positive way by donating to his charitable cause. The organization, Breakthrough T1D, focuses on Type 1 diabetes research and advocacy. A GoFundMe page started by a 19-year-old Bills supporter had raised over $110,000 by Thursday to support Andrews’ charity.
