HUGE The Baltimore Ravens don’t commit, and Rashod Bateman becomes evasive in the Mark Andrews trade update.

The Baltimore Ravens have long prided themselves on stability, but as the NFL offseason presses forward, the usually steady ship in Baltimore is starting to wobble. Amid swirling rumors and mixed messaging from team personnel and players alike, the fate of All-Pro tight end Mark Andrews remains uncertain — and the growing silence from key voices, including wide receiver Rashod Bateman, only adds fuel to the fire. With the front office avoiding clear answers and Bateman dodging direct questions, speculation over a potential trade involving Andrews is reaching a fever pitch.

 

This isn’t the Ravens we’re used to.

 

A Franchise Known for Clarity Suddenly Sends Mixed Signals

For years, Baltimore has thrived off continuity. General Manager Eric DeCosta and Head Coach John Harbaugh have kept the organization running with a relatively clear direction — build around Lamar Jackson’s strengths, anchor the defense, and rely on a system-first offensive identity led in part by elite tight end play.

 

But as of late, that foundation feels a bit unsteady. Following their AFC Championship Game loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, the Ravens have entered the offseason with more questions than answers. At the center of the storm is Mark Andrews, who missed much of the late 2024 season with a leg injury before returning for a cameo in the playoffs. Now, amid whispers of internal philosophical shifts and financial reconsiderations, Andrews’ future in Baltimore hangs in the balance.

 

The Smoke: Reports Hinting at Trade Talks

Initial whispers began in late March, when national NFL insiders reported that Baltimore had “fielded calls” about Andrews’ availability. Though the language was careful — “listening” rather than “shopping” — it didn’t take long for the conversation to spiral.

 

ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler noted that teams viewed Andrews as a “blue-chip asset” whose availability, if real, would create a frenzy. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport echoed that sentiment, calling Andrews “the kind of player teams are willing to pay premium prices for, both in picks and contract dollars.”

 

Yet the Ravens haven’t denied anything outright. DeCosta, usually decisive, offered an unusually vague response when asked about Andrews’ status during his pre-draft press availability.