Report: Falcons considering Matt Ryan for front-office role
The Falcons reportedly are considering bringing back Matt Ryan — but not to play quarterback.
According to Fox Sports’ Jay Glazer, Ryan and the Falcons have discussed a potential return to the team in a front-office capacity.
“Scoopage: Atlanta Falcons have had conversations with their former Pro Bowl QB Matt Ryan about rejoining the Falcons in a front office role,” Glazer posted Sunday on X (formerly Twitter).
“While two sides still discussing, people close to Ryan say he’s seriously considering this move and talks are ongoing. It would be for a significant role in the front office.”
It’s unclear what the reported role would be and how that position would fit in the current front-office structure, which has Rich McKay as the CEO, Greg Beadles as team president and Terry Fontenot as general manager.
Ryan, 40, was a four-time Pro Bowl selection and was the 2016 MVP.
Ryan was the face of the Falcons’ better years, leading the team to three division titles among six playoff appearances, including a spot in the Super Bowl in ’16.
He was the Falcons’ first-round pick (third overall) and played with the team from 2008-21.
Since his retirement, Ryan has been an analyst for CBS Sports.
The Falcons are 6-9 this season and will miss the playoffs for the eighth consecutive season.
They play Monday night against the Los Angeles Rams at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
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