When veteran quarterback Matt Ryan accepted a broadcasting job with CBS Sports earlier this offseason, many believed it was a sign that the former NFL MVP was done with playing football. But if you ask Ryan, he doesn’t view his CBS Sports gig as being retired.
Speaking with The Athletic in a recent interview, Ryan reiterated his intention to play football again if the right opportunity comes his way.
“I’m staying in shape,” said Ryan. “I think it is kind of, ‘You know my number. You know where I’m at.’ If anything were to come up, you know, we’ll see. [CBS] is where my focus is right now. But we’ll see how the season shakes out.”
Ryan had a disappointing 2022 season, going 4-7-1 as a starter with the Indianapolis Colts. The 38-year-old player finished the campaign throwing for 3,057 yards, 14 touchdowns, and 13 interceptions.
Prior to arriving in Indianapolis, Matt Ryan spent the first 14 years of his pro career with the Atlanta Falcons. During that time, Ryan made four Pro Bowls while winning the NFL MVP award in 2016, the same season he led the Falcons to a Super Bowl appearance. He holds a number of franchise records, including most passing TDs, most passing yards, and most wins.
