The Baltimore Ravens suffered another heartbreaking end to their season.
This time, it came in dramatic fashion as tight end Mark Andrews dropped a wide-open pass in the end zone on a potential game-tying two-point conversion.
In the aftermath, Andrews has faced heavy criticism—and even mockery—from fans and analysts.
That’s why Ravens head coach John Harbaugh stepped up to defend his star tight end, dismissing the negativity (via Jeff Zrebiec):
“Mark Andrews is one of the very best football players, one of the most committed football players. Nobody cares more about the success of this football team than Mark Andrews,” Harbaugh said.
Zrebiec reaffirmed Harbaugh’s strong backing:
John Harbaugh said he has spoken with Mark Andrews: “Mark Andrews is one of the very best football players, one of the most committed football players. Nobody cares more about the success of this football team than Mark Andrews.”
— Jeff Zrebiec (@jeffzrebiec), January 22, 2025
Andrews has been one of the best tight ends in the NFL for years, serving as Lamar Jackson’s go-to target and security blanket. He even holds the franchise record for most touchdown receptions.
Yes, he made two costly mistakes in the biggest game of the season—errors that may haunt him for a long time. But Andrews has consistently delivered in crucial moments, and he remains a vital piece of the team’s success.
While Andrews’ drop was pivotal, he wasn’t the only one at fault. Lamar Jackson had two head-scratching turnovers in the game, marking the first time all season he committed multiple turnovers in a single contest. Coincidentally, the last time it happened was in the AFC Championship Game against the Kansas City Chiefs a year ago.
Unlike Jackson, Andrews has consistently risen to the occasion in high-pressure moments. If anything, the scrutiny should be spread around rather than solely placed on him.
The Ravens now face a long offseason to regroup and refocus. For Andrews, this moment could be a defining test of his resilience.
If history is any indication, he’ll bounce back stronger than ever.