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Falcons hire franchise legend Matt Ryan to major front office role

January 10, 2026

The Atlanta Falcons have appointed former quarterback Matt Ryan, a franchise icon, as their new president of football operations. Ryan, who spent the majority of his 15-year NFL career with the Falcons, will take on this role immediately and report directly to team owner Arthur Blank.

Falcons hire franchise legend Matt Ryan to major front office role

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Matt Ryan has been hired as the president of football operations for the Atlanta Falcons.
Ryan spent 14 of his 15 NFL seasons with the Falcons after being drafted third overall in 2008.
He holds franchise records for passing yards, touchdowns, and wins.
Ryan will report directly to Falcons owner Arthur Blank.
His new role is effective immediately.

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Falcons hire franchise legend Matt Ryan to major front office role

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