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‘Even when the moment seems darkest’ – Mark Andrews breaks silence after playoff meltdown as GoFundMe crosses $100k
The darkest of times can sometimes bring the light out of others. That is what Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews is currently experiencing. Andrews had two major errors that led to Baltimore’s loss to BuffaloGetty After a nightmare performance against the Buffalo Bills in the divisional round, that included a fourth quarter fumble and a wide-open drop on the two-point conversion attempt that would have tied the game for Baltimore, Andrews has finally broken his silence on his disappointing outing. He didn’t speak to the media after the 27-25 loss that sent the Ravens home, but has now released a statement to the public. He took to social media to share how he felt. “It’s impossible to adequately express how I feel,” Andrews wrote. “I’m absolutely gutted by what happened on Sunday. I’m devastated for my teammates, my coaches and Ravens fans. “I pour every ounce of my being into playing at the highest level possible, because I love my team and the game of football like nothing else. “That is why it’s taken me until now to collect my thoughts and address this publicly. “Even though the shock and disappointment are unlike anything I’ve felt before, I refuse to let the situation define me. “I promise that this adversity will only make me stronger and fuel us as we move forward. “I thank everyone who has shown me and our team genuine support these past several days. Andrews publicly thanked all those who have donated to the type 1 diabetes research and advocacy organization that he supportsGetty “Despite the negativity, I’ve seen heartfelt love and encouragement, including from those who have generously donated to the Breakthrough T1D organization. “Even when the moment seems darkest, perspective can reveal that there’s still a lot of light in this world. I’m now going to do my part to bounce back and contribute to it.” Bills fans, aka Bills Mafia, took what was one of Andrews’ lowest points in his career, and has since then spun it into a positive light. Bills fan Nicholas Howard created a GoFundMe page to raise money for Breakthrough T1D. “As many of you know Ravens TE wasn’t able to catch the game-tying 2-point conversion and upset Ravens fans,” Howard wrote in the fundraiser description. “On top of that the TE has been receiving death threats and nasty comments after his performance last night. “We want Bills Mafia to donate to Mark’s charity for [type 1] diabetes. Let’s reach a goal of at least 5k.” Bills Mafia has crushed the initial goal of $5k. As of Thursday afternoon, the Buffalo community has raised over $100,000 for Breakthrough T1D. Breakthrough T1D is a type 1 diabetes research and advocacy non-profit organization that Andrews supports. The Ravens tight end was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when he was 9-years-old and has been a vocal advocate for the treatment of the disease. While it didn’t go Andrews’ way on Sunday night, he can now take solace that he has the backing and support from people all over the country, specifically in Buffalo, to help fight a cause that is near and dear to his heart. Follow talkSPORT NFL on Facebook Follow our talkSPORT NFL page on Facebook for the latest breaking NFL news, exclusive video interviews, and the biggest talking points from around the league. Our dedicated NFL YouTube channel ‘End Zone’ will also keep you across the very latest NFL news with exclusive access and our weekly ‘Rundown’ review show.
The darkest of times can sometimes bring the light out of others.
That is what Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews is currently experiencing.
After a nightmare performance against the Buffalo Bills in the divisional round, that included a fourth quarter fumble and a wide-open drop on the two-point conversion attempt that would have tied the game for Baltimore, Andrews has finally broken his silence on his disappointing outing.
He didn’t speak to the media after the 27-25 loss that sent the Ravens home, but has now released a statement to the public.
He took to social media to share how he felt.
“It’s impossible to adequately express how I feel,” Andrews wrote.
“I’m absolutely gutted by what happened on Sunday. I’m devastated for my teammates, my coaches and Ravens fans.
“I pour every ounce of my being into playing at the highest level possible, because I love my team and the game of football like nothing else.
“That is why it’s taken me until now to collect my thoughts and address this publicly.
“Even though the shock and disappointment are unlike anything I’ve felt before, I refuse to let the situation define me.
“I promise that this adversity will only make me stronger and fuel us as we move forward.
“I thank everyone who has shown me and our team genuine support these past several days.
“Despite the negativity, I’ve seen heartfelt love and encouragement, including from those who have generously donated to the Breakthrough T1D organization.
“Even when the moment seems darkest, perspective can reveal that there’s still a lot of light in this world. I’m now going to do my part to bounce back and contribute to it.”
Bills fans, aka Bills Mafia, took what was one of Andrews’ lowest points in his career, and has since then spun it into a positive light.
Bills fan Nicholas Howard created a GoFundMe page to raise money for Breakthrough T1D.
“As many of you know Ravens TE wasn’t able to catch the game-tying 2-point conversion and upset Ravens fans,” Howard wrote in the fundraiser description.
“On top of that the TE has been receiving death threats and nasty comments after his performance last night.
“We want Bills Mafia to donate to Mark’s charity for [type 1] diabetes. Let’s reach a goal of at least 5k.”
Bills Mafia has crushed the initial goal of $5k.
As of Thursday afternoon, the Buffalo community has raised over $100,000 for Breakthrough T1D.
Breakthrough T1D is a type 1 diabetes research and advocacy non-profit organization that Andrews supports.
The Ravens tight end was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when he was 9-years-old and has been a vocal advocate for the treatment of the disease.
While it didn’t go Andrews’ way on Sunday night, he can now take solace that he has the backing and support from people all over the country, specifically in Buffalo, to help fight a cause that is near and dear to his heart.
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