The Ryan File
- 2016 NFL MVP
- 2016 Offensive Player of the Year
- 2008 Offensive Rookie of the Year
- All Pro, 2016
- Pro Bowl, 2010, 2012, 2014, 2016
Just a regular guy
Matt Ryan, also known as "Matty Ice," may have a lot of money to go along with his awards and accomplishments, but that has never changed who he is, at least according to teammates. Ryan is a gamer, lover of music, and winning in ping pong.
But former teammates describe Ryan as the type of guy to treat everyone on the same level, no matter who they are, what their job is, and how much money they make. It's that type of leadership style that endears him to others while being a relatable individual capable of turning off the "football talk" for some more relevant "normal life stuff" at times.
Ryan uses those ping pong battles to stay engaged and connected with his teammates, or at least that's how it was in Atlanta, so only time will tell if the Colts are ready for those same games. He seems like a good guy in the public eye, so it's always refreshing to know that he is the same behind the scenes as well.
It's also worth pointing out that for the gamers out there, Ryan was featured on the cover of NCAA Football 09 on the PS3 version, which is a testament to his longevity as an NFL quarterback.