Andrews' costly mistakes end Ravens' playoff run.
The Baltimore Ravens’ playoff hopes were shattered after a 27-25 loss to the Buffalo Bills, with tight end Mark Andrews at the center of controversy. Two critical mistakes from the typically reliable Andrews— a fumble and a dropped two-point conversion—drew sharp criticism from fans, overshadowing Lamar Jackson’s late-game heroics.
Late in the fourth quarter, the Ravens trailed 27-25. Lamar Jackson orchestrated a remarkable eight-play, 88-yard drive, capped by a touchdown to Isaiah Likely. With just over a minute left, the Ravens opted for a two-point conversion to tie the game.
Ravens fans: “let’s get the 2 point”
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Jackson found Andrews open near the pylon, but as he fell to the ground, the ball slipped through his hands. CBS announcer Jim Nantz summed it up: “Oh, the ball was dropped! He had the two-point conversion in his hands.”
The Ravens attempted an onside kick but failed to recover, allowing the Bills to run out the clock.
The fourth quarter had already been unkind to Andrews. With under nine minutes remaining, Jackson connected with him for a 16-yard gain, bringing Baltimore into Bills territory. However, Bills linebacker Terrel Bernard stripped the ball, and Buffalo recovered. The turnover led to a field goal, extending the Bills’ lead to 24-19.
After the game, Lamar Jackson shouldered the blame. “We’re a team,” Jackson said. “I had two costly turnovers in the first half. I’m the leader, and I’ve got to protect the ball. Mark’s been busting his behind all season. This loss isn’t on him.”
Mark Andrews dropped the two-point conversion.
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Head coach John Harbaugh also supported Andrews: “We wouldn’t be here without Mark. He’s got more heart than anyone.”
Teammates echoed the sentiment. Safety Kyle Hamilton added, “For anybody to criticize him, they need to look in the mirror. We’re a team.”
The loss highlights Baltimore’s ongoing postseason woes. Despite entering the season as contenders, costly mistakes—this time by both Andrews and Jackson—prevented them from advancing.
Andrews, who is entering the final year of his $56 million contract in 2025, faces increased scrutiny. His average salary of $14 million underscores his importance to the team, but games like Sunday leave questions about Baltimore’s ability to deliver under pressure.
For the Bills, this victory sets up a rematch with the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship, while the Ravens head into another offseason of “what ifs.”
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