– In a stunning turn of events amid swirling trade rumors, Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews has reportedly threatened to retire if the team proceeds with a potential deal sending him to the Indianapolis Colts. Sources close to the situation revealed that Andrews, a three-time Pro Bowler and longtime Ravens staple, expressed his frustration during a heated conversation with team management.
“I’ve given everything to this organization for eight years. Baltimore is my home, and I’m not about to start over somewhere else,” Andrews allegedly told Ravens GM Eric DeCosta. “If they trade me to the Colts, I’m done. I’m not wearing a Colts jersey – not now, not ever.”
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The comments come at a precarious time for the Ravens, who are off to a dismal 1-4 start in the 2025 NFL season, plagued by injuries and underperformance. With the November 4 trade deadline approaching, Baltimore has been positioned as potential sellers, and Andrews has emerged as a prime candidate for a move. At 30 years old and in the final year of his four-year, $56 million contract, Andrews could fetch valuable draft capital for a rebuilding effort, especially with emerging talent Isaiah Likely ready to step up as the primary tight end.
Rumors of a trade to Indianapolis have gained traction in recent weeks, as the Colts seek to bolster their offense around young quarterback Anthony Richardson. Indy, currently sitting at 3-2 and vying for an AFC playoff spot, views Andrews as a reliable red-zone target who could elevate their passing game. League insiders suggest the Colts might offer a mid-round 2026 draft pick, possibly sweetened with a depth player, in exchange for the veteran.
Andrews’ production this season has been solid but unspectacular – 17 receptions for 150 yards and two touchdowns through five games – a far cry from his peak years where he consistently topped 700 yards and led the team in receiving touchdowns. His frustration stems not just from the trade speculation but also from the Ravens’ overall struggles, including the absence of quarterback Lamar Jackson due to a lingering hamstring injury.
Teammates and coaches have rallied around Andrews, with head coach John Harbaugh downplaying the retirement talk in a press conference earlier this week. “Mark is a warrior and a key part of what we do here. We’re focused on turning this season around, not shipping out our stars,” Harbaugh said. However, with the team’s playoff hopes fading, the front office may have no choice but to consider offers.
Fans have taken to social media, with #KeepMark trending on X, as Ravens Nation grapples with the possibility of losing one of their most beloved players. Andrews, drafted by Baltimore in the third round of the 2018 NFL Draft, holds the franchise record for receiving touchdowns by a tight end and has been a cornerstone of the offense alongside Jackson.
If the trade goes through, it could signal the start of a full rebuild for the Ravens, who entered 2025 as Super Bowl contenders but now find themselves at the bottom of the AFC North. For Andrews, retirement would cap a illustrious career highlighted by All-Pro honors and a deep bond with the Baltimore community.
As the deadline nears, all eyes will be on DeCosta and the Ravens’ brass. Will they pull the trigger on a deal with the Colts, or will Andrews’ ultimatum force them to reconsider? One thing is clear: the drama in Baltimore is far from over.