Mark Andrews had a playoff performance Baltimore Ravens fans will want to forget—two drops, a costly fumble, and no accountability. But it wasn’t just his mistakes on the field that stung. After the 27-25 loss to the Buffalo Bills, Andrews disappeared, leaving Lamar Jackson and other teammates to face the media frenzy alone. It was a pretty cowardly move—the fans deserved answers.
What a wild thing to do—setting the precedent that it's only necessary to speak with the media after a win or a strong performance. That set a terrible example; for someone like Andrews, it was a pretty shocking decision.
According to Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic, Andrews did not speak to reporters after the game, despite NFL rules requiring him to do so. For a player who’s been a cornerstone of the Ravens’ offense, this wasn’t just a bad look—it was a slap in the face to his teammates and fans alike.
Mark Andrews wasn't available to speak to reporters in the locker room after the game.
— Jeff Zrebiec (@jeffzrebiec) January 20, 2025
It wasn’t a good look for a player whose mistakes loomed large in the loss. From his fumble that handed Buffalo three points to the dropped two-point conversion that could have tied the game, Andrews didn’t just drop the ball—he dropped the chance to own up to it.
Andrews has been one of Baltimore’s most reliable players all season, but when the stakes were highest, he fell short. It wasn’t just about the mistakes; it was about avoiding the responsibility that comes with them. For a fanbase that values grit and accountability, Andrews’ absence left a bitter taste.
Mark Andrews feeds Lamar Jackson to the sharks
Lamar Jackson did what leaders do. He stood at the podium and took responsibility, even for mistakes that weren’t his. “I’m not gonna put that on Mark, bro,” Jackson said, refusing to let his tight end take the fall alone. Meanwhile, Andrews, the player fans and media most wanted to hear from, was nowhere to be found.
Jackson even owned his first-half turnovers, saying he needed to “protect the ball,” despite Andrews’ errors arguably being the game’s turning point. John Harbaugh, ever the diplomat, defended Andrews, praising his character and importance to the team. But Andrews' decision to avoid reporters sent a different message—a lack of accountability that doesn’t sit well in Baltimore.
This isn’t just about one game; it’s about what it means to be a leader. Jackson showed he was willing to take the heat, no matter the circumstances. Andrews, for all his talent, missed his chance to do the same. Ravens fans deserved better, and so did Jackson and the Ravens.