The Ravens have put the 2025 season to bed, but it was a wake-up call to miss the playoffs and finish 8-9. It was the first time Hamilton ever experienced missing the postseason, and it's not something he wants to repeat.
"The standard has not been met and upheld," Hamilton said, specifically referencing the defense. "We need to fix that."
Attendance at this week's voluntary workouts has been excellent, according to coaches and players. There's plenty of learning to do this offseason, because not only has the coaching staff changed, but some important players from past seasons have moved on.
Andrews is back for his ninth season as the franchise leader in receiving yards, touchdown catches, and receptions. However, he finds himself in a tight end room that has a different identity. Isaiah Likely (New York Giants) and Charlie Kolar (Los Angeles Chargers) are gone, as is Pro Bowl fullback Patrick Ricard (Giants). The Ravens signed blocking tight end Durham Smythe during free agency, but are expected to add to the position, perhaps during the draft later this month.
Andrews is already enthused by the possibilities for the new offense, which will be directed by 30-year-old Offensive Coordinator Declan Doyle. Andrews and Doyle are the same age, which is a new dynamic for the veteran tight end. It's early in the process as Doyle shapes his vision, but he's making a strong first impression on Andrews.
"Just being around him the few short days, \[he\] seems like an incredibly dynamic person," Andrews said. "He said he prides himself on being a teacher."