Summary
Matt Ryan is an American professional football quarterback who is a free agent. He was selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the first round with the 3rd overall pick of the 2008 NFL Draft. He played college football at Boston College.
This article is about Matt Ryan’s net worth, contract, salary, career earnings, biography, wife, and more.
Matt Ryan’s Biography and Career
Matthew Thomas Ryan was born on May 17, 1985, in Exton, Pennsylvania, U.S. He attended Penn Charter High School in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S., and played football as a quarterback.
College Career
Ryan Joined Boston College in 2003 and played college football for the Eagles from 2003-2007.
He redshirted his freshman year in 2003. In the 2004 season, Ryan had 350 passing yards for 2 touchdowns and 3 interceptions. In the 2007 season, he was named to the First-team All-ACC and First-team All-American. Ryan was awarded the ACC Offensive Player of the Year, ACC Player of the Year, Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award, and Manning Award, all in the 2007 season.
Professional Career
Matt Ryan was drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in the first round with the 3rd overall pick of the 2008 NFL Draft. The quarterback has played 14 seasons for the Falcons from 2008-2021, and 1 season for the Indianapolis Colts in 2022.
In his rookie season in 2008, Ryan finished the season with 3,440 passing yards, 16 passing touchdowns, and 11 interceptions in 16 games and starts. He was named to the PFWA All-Rookie Team and got the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year title in 2008.
In the 2016 season, Ryan recorded career-high 4,944 passing yards, 38 touchdowns, and 7 interceptions. He became the NFL Most Valuable Player and NFL Offensive Player of the Year. Ryan was named to the First-team All-Pro and made it to the Pro Bowl for the 4th time in 2016 after 2010, 2012, and 2014.
In the 2022 season, Ryan appeared in 12 games and finished with 3,057 passing yards, 14 touchdowns, and 13 interceptions. Following the season, on March 15, 2023, his contract ran out.
Matt Ryan’s Net Worth and Salary
In 2023, quarterback Matt Ryan’s net worth is $75 million. His prime source of earnings is his football contract. His average annual salary was $12 million for the Indianapolis Colts.
Contract
Matt Ryan is not under any contract as of now. In 2022, Matt Ryan signed a one-year contract with the Indianapolis Colts, worth $12 million.
In 2018, Ryan signed a five-year contract extension with the Atlanta Falcons, worth $150 million. The contract came with a signing bonus of $46.5 million and a total guarantee of $100 million.
Career Earnings
Matt Ryan has played 14 seasons with the Atlanta Falcons and 1 season with the Indianapolis Colts. His career earnings are $291,713,631, only from football salaries.
The following table refers to Ryan’s career earnings in 15 seasons.
| Year | Team | Earnings |
| 2008 | Atlanta Falcons | $6,600,000 |
| 2009 | Atlanta Falcons | $15,350,000 |
| 2010 | Atlanta Falcons | $10,250,000 |
| 2011 | Atlanta Falcons | $11,250,000 |
| 2012 | Atlanta Falcons | $11,500,000 |
| 2013 | Atlanta Falcons | $15,000,000 |
| 2014 | Atlanta Falcons | $36,500,000 |
| 2015 | Atlanta Falcons | $11,507,925 |
| 2016 | Atlanta Falcons | $15,750,000 |
| 2017 | Atlanta Falcons | $15,750,000 |
| 2018 | Atlanta Falcons | $29,250,000 |
| 2019 | Atlanta Falcons | $44,764,610 |
| 2020 | Atlanta Falcons | $20,535,214 |
| 2021 | Atlanta Falcons | $23,000,000 |
| 2022 | Indianapolis Colts | $24,705,882 |
Personal Info
| Full Name | Matthew Thomas Ryan |
| Born | May 17, 1985 |
| Previous Club | Indianapolis Colts |
| NFL Draft | 2008 / Round: 1 / Pick: 3 |
| Position | Quarterback |
| Shirt No. | 2 |
| Age | 38 |
| Height | 193 cm (6 ft 4 in) |
| Weight | 220 lb (100 kg) |
| Birthplace | Exton, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Net Worth | $75 million |
| Previous Average Annual Salary | $12 million |
| Relationship Status | Married |
| Wife | Sarah Marshall |
| @ryan_matt02 |
Wife
Matt Ryan’s gorgeous wife is Sarah Marshall. They met while attending Boston College. Ryan and Sarah tied the knot in 2011.
Age
Born on May 17, 1985. He is 38 years old.
Height
He is 193 cm (6 ft 4 in) tall.
Weight
He is 220 lbs (100 kg).
NFL Stats
[As of Week 18, 2022]
| Passing Attempts | 8,464 |
| Passing Completions | 5,551 |
| Completion Percentage | 65.6% |
| TD-INT | 381-183 |
| Passing Yards | 62,6792 |
| Passer Rating | 93.6 |
FAQs
What is Matt Ryan’s Net Worth?
In 2023, his net worth is $75 million.
How much was his average annual salary?
$12 million.
Which college did he play for?
Boston College.
What is his shirt no.?
He wore No. 2 for the Indianapolis Colts.
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