Matt Ryan
Mentioned in 17 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Currently serving as the Atlanta Falcons' president of football operations, this former NFL quarterback is frequently discussed on sports podcasts regarding personnel decisions, including the evaluation and franchise tagging of tight end Kyle Pitts, whom he threw to early in Pitts' career. He is also referenced in draft analysis contexts as an example of thorough scout evaluation and used as a historical quarterback comparison point.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast · Apr 3, 2026
NO PICKS: NFL Denies Chicago Bears Comp Picks AGAIN | CHGO Bears Podcast
“Created front office structure that NFL deemed made him 'primary football executive,' denying Bears comp picks”
PFT Live with Mike Florio · Apr 3, 2026
Projected #1 pick Fernando Mendoza visiting Raiders next week + What went wrong for Packers in 2025? (4/3 Hour 2)
“Attended league meetings; described as all-in on ownership role; gave up TV job”
Hoge & Jahns: a show about the Chicago Bears · Apr 2, 2026
Kevin Warren AND George McCaskey join to talk Bears stadium, Ben Johnson and more!
“Created new organizational structure that triggered compensatory pick dispute; former quarterback”
PFT Live with Mike Florio · Apr 2, 2026
How dysfunctional are the Eagles? + Chris Simms reveals 2026 NFL Draft Edge Rankings (4/2 Hour 2)
“Discussed compensatory picks for minority hiring; navigating new executive role and professional attire”
3 and Out with John Middlekauff · Apr 2, 2026
Eagles have a Jalen Hurts problem, Puka Nacua seeks help, Rams-49ers in Australia
“Example of QB adapting to Kyle Shanahan's scheme after initial resistance”
CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast · Apr 1, 2026
STADIUM UPDATE: George McCaskey & Kevin Warren Share Latest on next Bears Stadium | CHGO Bears
“Publicly supported Bears' compensatory picks appeal based on diversity hiring merit”
PFT Live with Mike Florio · Apr 1, 2026
PFT PM: Are the Broncos interested in Aaron Rodgers?
“Listed as primary football executive by NFL, blocking Bears compensatory pick claim”
Miller and Moulton · Feb 28, 2026
February 27, 2026 Hour 2 Pat Kirwan
“Falcons president; discussed for different organizational approach and Pitts evaluation”
PFT Live with Mike Florio · Feb 25, 2026
Ohio State DL Kayden McDonald, Clemson DL Peter Woods, and Florida DL Caleb Banks join the show
“Atlanta Falcons president of football operations; met by Caleb Banks during formal interview process”
Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers · Feb 25, 2026
PACKERS SQUAD SHOW: Packers BIGGEST Offseason Question | Trust the Roster or Add in Free Agency?
“Former QB; referenced as example of intensive film study by scouts during draft evaluation”
First Take · Feb 24, 2026
Hour 2: Which Team Will Draft Ty Simpson?
“Historical quarterback comparison for Fernando Mendoza; passed over by Miami but became successful NFL starter”
PFT Live with Mike Florio · Feb 24, 2026
Falcons to franchise tag Kyle Pitts Sr. + First look at PFT’s top 100 free agent list (2/24 Hour 2)
“Falcons president of football operations; former QB who threw to Pitts as rookie, now making personnel decisions”
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · Feb 12, 2026
Best of The Herd
“Former Falcons quarterback used as primary comparison for Fernando Mendoza's NFL projection”
True Crime Garage · Feb 11, 2026
Brian Shaffer /// 20 Years Missing /// Timeline /// Part 2
“Friend of Brian who had plans to meet him on Saturday but Brian did not show up”
Pablo Torre Finds Out · Feb 6, 2026
Sir Mix-a-Lot Finds Out
“Atlanta Falcons quarterback in 2013 playoff game where Mix-a-Lot's tweets documented Seahawks comeback”
The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL · Jan 22, 2026
The duality of this cycle's coaching hires, and the moves still to come, with Jourdan Rodrigue
“Atlanta Falcons veteran presence; provides organizational gravitas and owner accountability”
The Bill Simmons Podcast · Jan 16, 2026
The NFL’s Coaching Carousel, and a Round 2 Breakdown With Peter Schrager and Joe House
“Former Falcons QB now involved in Atlanta Falcons front office as head of football operations”