FOX’s Erin Andrews & Charissa Thompson Endorse Lamar Jackson’s Stance on $56M Ravens Star’s Mistake

The 2024 AFC Divisional Round was a showdown of epic proportions—think Avengers: Endgame, but in cleats and helmets. In a heart-throbbing finale, the Ravens found themselves narrowly defeated by the Buffalo Bills, 27-25. The game was like a thrilling roller coaster that got a little too wild, leaving fans with whiplash. Despite Lamar Jackson’s breathtaking performance—completing 18 of 25 passes for 254 yards, two touchdowns, and rushing for 85 yards—the Ravens couldn’t hold on, largely due to a devastating dropped two-point conversion by none other than tight end Mark Andrews. While Mark is heartbroken over the narrow loss, Lamar didn’t hold back in sharing his thoughts on Mark’s performance against the Bills. Adding to the buzz, Fox sportscasters Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson chimed in, making the conversation even more compelling.

If you haven’t heard yet, Mark’s Insta post after the game pretty much screamed “I am NOT okay!”

He wrote, “It’s impossible to adequately express how I feel. I’m absolutely gutted by what happened on Sunday” This moment—oh boy—didn’t go unnoticed by the rest of the NFL squad. With FOX’s Erin Andrews amping him up by saying “YOU ARE 1 OF 1!!!!!!!!” and Charissa Thompson’s coming all in support, “You. Are. All. Class.” as they rallied behind Lamar Jackson, who also commented, “Love you bra🤞🏾💜🪖” It was a scene right out of a drama, but this time, it wasn’t scripted. It was raw, real, and a testament to the squad mentality: “We’re a team,” Jackson said. “We’re not gonna put that on, Mark.”

Jackson’s post-play speech was one for the books. The Ravens’ MVP quarterback didn’t hold back, letting everyone know that, even in a loss, they were stronger together: “We’re a team,” Jackson said, essentially calling out the vibe of any great band or crew—the kind of support you’d get if you had a friend bring you soup after a bad breakup. The Ravens were definitely reeling from the loss, but they were NOT about to let one play define them.

If we rewind to that fateful AFC Divisional game on January 19, 2025, the Ravens had all the pieces in place. Lamar Jackson was still the man to beat, Derrick Henry was truckin’ through the Buffalo defense with 84 yards on 16 carries, and the Ravens’ defense was, well, trying. It was a battle worthy of any top-tier NFL matchup. But at the end of it all, the Bills walked away with the win—thanks to Josh Allen’s laser focus. Allen put up 127 passing yards, to keep his squad ahead. Smiley Face added “It’s all on, bro. We’re a team, bro. We’re a team. It’s all us, bro. It ain’t just you. It’s devastating.” But everyone agreed to one thing: the Ravens gave a tough fight. It came down to the final two-point conversion that Mark couldn’t quite pull in. So, can we write off Andrews?

Relive the glory days of Lamar Jackson’s TE and his contract

Let’s take a quick breather from the post-play blues and dive into a history of glory—because Mark Andrews isn’t just known for one game. He’s been on the roll since signing his 4-year, $56 million contract extension with the Ravens in 2021. The deal came complete with around $10.1 million signing bonus and $37.6 million guaranteed—no small potatoes, folks. He earned every cent of that deal, and more, finishing the 2024 season with a whopping 55 receptions for 673 yards and 11 touchdowns.

Andrews’s contract and stats say it all: this guy is a machine. His iconic moments this season? He broke records, caught the game-winning touchdown. And did it all while facing the kind of defensive schemes that would make anyone else’s head spin. In fact, in the AFC Divisional Round against Buffalo, he almost had his hands on a game-tying two-point conversion. But, like, almost isn’t quite enough in a game this intense.

Indeed, while the fans’ hearts were collectively shattering at the drop, the Ravens’ coach, John Harbaugh, backed his guy up. “There’s nobody that has more heart, cares more and fights more than Mark. We wouldn’t be here without Mark Andrews.” It’s the kind of loyalty you see in blockbuster sequels, where the hero comes back stronger and more determined.

In the words of a wise man from the football field, “This adversity will only make me stronger.” And if you’ve been following these Ravens through thick and thin, you’d know that strength runs through this team like electricity through a live wire. Mark Andrews’ future? Well, it’s looking a lot like a touchdown dance waiting to happen.