April 9, 2024
Ryan announced Tuesday via
social media that he has retired from professional football.
ANALYSIS
Ryan will bring an end to his playing days after 11 seasons in the NFL and two Super Bowl championships during his time with the Patriots. After leaving New England as a free agent in 2017, Ryan inked with Tennessee where he earned the distinction of catching Tom Brady's last pass as a member of the Patriots, a game-sealing pick-six to secure the Titans a wild-card round victory during the 2019 season. Ryan also suited up for the Giants, Buccaneers and 49ers.