Mark Andrews involved in car crash following major ankle injury, appreciates 'well wishes'

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND: Baltimore Ravens star Mark Andrews was involved in a car accident on the morning of Wednesday, August 14, while on his way to the team’s Under Armour Performance Center.

Thankfully, the incident did not result in any injuries, allowing Andrews to attend scheduled team meetings later that day.

Mark Andrews sustains no injuries in car crash, expected to return to practice soon

The Baltimore Ravens confirmed the accident in a statement, noting that Mark Andrews was assessed by the team’s medical staff upon arrival at the facility. Despite the crash, Andrews is expected to return to practice in the coming days.

"Mark Andrews was involved in a car accident while driving to the Under Armour Performance Center early Wednesday morning," the Baltimore Ravens said in a statement.

"Andrews was evaluated by medical staff at the Ravens' training facility and did not sustain any apparent injuries," the statement continued. "He later joined the team for morning meetings," the team added.

Andrews had originally been scheduled for a non-practice day on Wednesday, August 14, and the team announced that he is "expected to return to practice in the coming days."

Mark Andrews issues reminder on the importance of seatbelts following crash 

Mark Andrews expressed gratitude for the support he received following the accident.

He also took the opportunity to remind everyone of the importance of road safety.

"I appreciate everyone's thoughts and well wishes. This is a great reminder about the importance of wearing seatbelts and remaining alert while driving a car," he stated, according to the Baltimore Ravens.

Last season on November 16, 2023, Andrews suffered a season-ending ankle injury during a game against the Cincinnati Bengals.

The injury, which involved a cracked fibula and damage to ankle ligaments, was caused by a hip-drop tackle, a move that has since been outlawed, as per Mirror.

Folowing the injury, "he really took a big step," on January 17 by returning to limited practice, according to ESPN.

Despite missing the remainder of the regular season, Andrews remains a key offensive component for the Ravens as they prepare for the upcoming AFC Championship Game.

Mark Andrews leads Ravens with 45 catches for 544 yards, six touchdowns before injury 

Mark Andrews recorded 45 catches for 544 yards and six touchdowns in just 10 games before his injury last season.

He has been Lamar Jackson's favorite target since they were both drafted by Baltimore in 2018.

Andrews is a three-time Pro Bowl selection who has established himself as one of the NFL’s top tight ends.

In February, he helped a woman who was experiencing a medical emergency aboard a flight.

Andrews, who has Type 1 diabetes, suggested that the woman could be suffering from a blood sugar problem which was later confirmed by the medical professionals on board. Andrews later confirmed the story in a satement.

"In addition to the fast-acting flight attendants, the real heroes are the nurse and doctor whose also happened to be on the plane. Thankfully they were able to provide the woman the quick assistance she needed," he said.

Andrews is expected to be ready to play when the Ravens face the reigning Super Bowl champions, the Kansas City Chiefs, in an AFC Championship rematch in Week 1 on Thursday, September 6.