Mark Andrews shares adversity journey after diabetes diagnosis

Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews discussed the impact of his Type 1 diabetes diagnosis at age 9 during the AP's 'Football Unfiltered' podcast. He emphasized how this experience helped him face challenges in his NFL career, including recent struggles for the Ravens, who have lost four consecutive games. Andrews reflected on a near-fatal incident in college and his reliance on a glucose monitoring device. With star quarterback Lamar Jackson injured, Andrews noted the leadership of first-year coach Jesse Minter as crucial during this tough season. The Ravens currently hold a 4-5 record with a matchup against the winless Los Angeles Chargers on Monday night.

• 4:58 AMYahoo Sports — Ravens' Mark Andrews learned to deal with adversity at age 9 following Type 1 diabetes diagnosis