Instant analysis of Ravens agree to a 3-year, $39M extension with TE Mark Andrews

After some off-season and summertime doubt, the Mark Andrews era will continue in Baltimore, as the Ravens have agreed to a greed to terms on a three-year, $39.3 million extension with the franchise's all-time leading catcher. The deal includes $26 million in guaranteed money.

Andrews was slated to hit free agency at season's end, but now, he'll remain, while Isaiah Likely and Charlie Kolar test free agency.

With the news now official, we're looking at an instant analysis of the deal.

This started during the spring

The franchise took steps to ensure his place on the roster, picking up and paying out a $4 million option bonus. GM Eric DeCosta sounded uncertain about Andrews's future in Baltimore during his predraft media session. Andrews signed a four-year, $56 million contract with the Ravens on September 6, 2021. Even with the rough ending to last season, Andrews was still considered elite. He recorded a career-best 11 touchdowns in 2024, along with 55 receptions.

Andrews has performed well this season

Andrews has 37 catches for 332 yards, five touchdowns, and a 9.0 average per reception. Andrews has now moved past former Ravens great Derrick Mason for No. 1 on the Ravens' all-time receiving yards and receptions lists.

Andrews continues to make franchise history

Overall, Andrews has 473 catches for 5,862 yards and 56 touchdowns in 116 career games.

This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Reaction to Ravens' three-year, $39M extension with Mark Andrews