Baltimore, MD – June 7, 2025
There was a time when Mark Andrews was the undisputed heartbeat of Baltimore’s offense—a three-time Pro Bowler, a red-zone nightmare for opposing defenses, and Lamar Jackson’s most trusted weapon. But the tides in the NFL shift fast, and now, Andrews’ once-unshakable place in the Ravens’ future is anything but certain.
Reports emerging from multiple outlets, including The Sporting News, indicate that the Ravens have at least entertained the idea of trading Andrews to the Los Angeles Chargers. And while nothing has been finalized, even the mention of such a move is enough to spark unease across the fanbase.
“From a pure football standpoint, it makes sense,” said one AFC executive. “Baltimore’s building for long-term versatility, and Andrews is due for a major extension. If they can get a haul now, it’s worth exploring.”
Andrews is entering the final year of his contract and is expected to command a sizable deal—one that could clash with Baltimore’s efforts to re-sign key players like Kyle Hamilton, Odafe Oweh, and ultimately, Lamar Jackson. Add to that the rapid ascent of Isaiah Likely, who continues to draw All-Pro expectations from head coach John Harbaugh, and the equation starts to get uncomfortable for No. 89.
It doesn’t help that Andrews, now 30, is coming off a postseason marred by a dropped two-point conversion and a fumble—both in a crushing loss to Buffalo. Though he’s taken responsibility and vowed to bounce back, the optics have shifted.
“I’m extremely thankful to be here,” Andrews told reporters recently. “But I know what this league is. I know I’ve got to earn everything again, and that’s what I’m focused on.”
Baltimore has long valued stability, loyalty, and production. But it also values pragmatism. If trading Andrews means rebalancing the books and empowering their younger, more cost-effective options like Likely, then sentiment may have to take a back seat.
The Chargers, for their part, are in desperate need of an elite tight end after losing Gerald Everett. Pairing Andrews with Justin Herbert in Kellen Moore’s pass-heavy system would be a natural fit—and with over $40 million in cap space available, L.A. can afford to extend Andrews immediately.
As trade rumors swirl and Andrews’ future remains in limbo, one question lingers above all:
Has Baltimore already decided that this former hero has done enough?
The fans may not be ready for goodbye, but the business of football rarely waits for sentiment.
