OWINGS MILLS, Md. — Mark Andrews expressed profound disappointment following the Baltimore Ravens’ narrow playoff defeat to the Buffalo Bills last weekend. In a heartfelt social media update, he conveyed the emotional toll the game took on him, particularly after a crucial moment that could have altered the outcome.
In the closing minutes of the Ravens’ 27-25 loss, Andrews found himself in a prime receiving position to catch a potential game-tying 2-point conversion. However, the ball, delivered by quarterback Lamar Jackson, slipped from his grasp as he fell to the ground, hitting him squarely in the chest. The missed catch was compounded by a fumble loss earlier in the game, which weighed heavily on his mind. Following the defeat, Andrews avoided speaking to the press while his teammates were busy packing up their belongings at the facility.
In his Instagram post, Andrews conveyed the depth of his feelings, stating, “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 shared that the gravity of the situation took time to process, and he was ultimately motivated to share his thoughts publicly. Despite the disappointment, he remained steadfast in his belief that such setbacks would not define him and that they would only serve to bolster his resolve and that of his team moving forward.
Andrews, who has been with the Ravens for seven seasons, holds the franchise record for touchdown receptions with 51. This past season marked a personal high for him, as he recorded 11 touchdowns. Jackson, his colleague since their rookie year in 2018, spoke in support of Andrews, emphasizing that the loss cannot be attributed to him alone, pointing out his own earlier mistakes during the game that contributed to the Ravens’ downfall.
Despite facing harsh criticism from some fans after the game, Andrews received an unexpected wave of support, particularly from Bills fans. Many took to a charity initiative, contributing to his fundraising effort for Breakthrough T1D, an organization dedicated to Type 1 diabetes research and advocacy. As of Thursday, generous donors had pledged over $110,000 through a GoFundMe page established by a young Bills fan, demonstrating the compassion and unity that can arise in the wake of sports rivalries.
