Ravens' Mark Andrews supporting next generation of athletes with diabetes

Timothy Dashiell, The Baltimore Sun on Jul 12, 2025

Published in Football

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BALTIMORE — Ravens tight end Mark Andrews has been clear and candid about his life as a professional athlete living with diabetes. He often uses his platform to raise awareness and support others facing similar challenges.

Andrews was front and center Friday in Baltimore, partnering with healthcare company Dexcom to host the first Dexcom U Signing Day Camp, a gathering of athletes with diabetes from all levels who are redefining what’s possible while managing the condition.

“This is something that you can control and take care of,” Andrews said. “You may have to work a little harder, but this condition doesn’t stop you from achieving your dreams.”

With Andrews and others guiding participants through drills, 13 college athletes were added to “Team Dexcom” as part of the only name, image and likeness (NIL) initiative created specifically for college athletes living with diabetes. Andrews uses the Dexcom G7 device to manage his Type 1 diabetes.

“He’s really awe-inspiring,” said Leverne Marsh, Dexcom’s vice president of global marketing. “When young athletes see people like [Andrews] who have been diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes but still remain at the top of their game, it makes them feel like anything is possible.”

Dexcom received hundreds of nominations from deserving athletes with diabetes, a blood sugar condition that, according to the Cleveland Clinic, affects approximately 37.3 million people in the United States. The 13 selected athletes join eight returning members from last year, bringing the total to 21. They represent 12 sports, including football, basketball, lacrosse, track and field, and soccer, according to Dexcom.

“This has been a very fun experience for me so far,” said Jackson Montgomery, a new Dexcom signee and baseball player at Coppin State. “I’ve been able to mentor kids and tell them the importance of taking care of not just their diabetes, but also as athletes, taking care of their minds as well.”

Montgomery made a team-high 15 relief appearances for the Eagles in 2024 before being redshirted last season. He joins Johns Hopkins lacrosse player Michael Trepeta as one of two Baltimore-area signees. Having Andrews — who plays just miles away at M&T Bank Stadium — in his corner added an extra layer of motivation.

“It’s been amazing to see him putting on for the city and putting on for people with diabetes,” Montgomery said. “Now with Dexcom, I can have that same platform and hopefully the same impact.”

For Andrews, 29, the event was more than a meet-and-greet. It was an opportunity to deepen a connection with a community he knows first-hand.

“For me, giving back to this community is a no-brainer,” Andrews said. “The only people that know what it’s like living with this disease are the people that have it. It’s really an honor to help form this community. I have so much respect for these athletes. It’s special.”

Now entering his eighth NFL season, Andrews remains a vital part of the Ravens’ offense. The 2018 third-round draft pick in the final year of a four-year, $56 million contract extension he signed in 2021. While there has been speculation this could be his last season in Baltimore, the franchise’s all-time touchdowns leader is expected to play a central role once again.

The Ravens led the league in total yards per game (424.9) last season with Andrews and fellow tight end Isaiah Likely forming one of the NFL’s top duos at the position.

This offseason, Andrews became the subject of trade rumors after two costly errors in the Ravens’ 27-25 loss to the Buffalo Bills in the AFC divisional round, including a drop on the potential game-tying 2-point conversion attempt.

But on Friday, as he tossed footballs to campers, ran drills, and embraced parents and fellow Dexcom athletes, the atmosphere reflected the mindset of a player not dwelling on the past, but ready to push forward despite any adversity.

“I’m excited to show who I still am and how I can help this team win games,” Andrews said. “I have a lot to give and a lot left to do for the Baltimore Ravens.”