Ryan Leaf
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Position: QB
Jersey #: 16
Date of Birth: May 15, 1976
Height / Weight: 6'5" / 235 lbs
First Team: SD (1998)
Last Team: DAL (2001)
Quarterback Stats
| Year | Team | Games | Cmp | Att | Pass Yds | Pass TDs | INTs | Sacks | Rush Yds | Rush TDs | Fantasy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | DAL | 4 | 45 | 88 | 494 | 1 | 3 | 12 | -7 | 0 | 13 |
| 2000 | LAC | 10 | 151 | 305 | 1779 | 11 | 17 | 30 | 54 | 0 | 77 |
Career Summary
Last Updated: May 16, 2025
Ryan Leaf - Career Overview
Date of Birth: May 15, 1976
Position: Quarterback (QB)
Career Timeline
- San Diego Chargers (SD) - 1998 to 2000
- Dallas Cowboys (DAL) - 2001
Career Highlights and Accomplishments
- Drafted: 2nd overall in the 1998 NFL Draft by the San Diego Chargers
- College: Played college football at Washington State University, where he had a standout career and was a finalist for the 1997 Heisman Trophy.
- Notable Game: In 1998, Leaf had a memorable performance against the New England Patriots, throwing for 345 yards and two touchdowns.
- Struggles and Challenges: Leaf's NFL career was marked by inconsistency and off-field issues, which contributed to his struggles as a professional quarterback.
- Retirement: Leaf's playing career was short-lived, and he retired after the 2001 season.
Post-NFL Life
- After retiring from the NFL, Leaf faced personal challenges, including legal issues and substance abuse.
- He has since turned his life around, becoming a motivational speaker and advocate for mental health awareness.
Ryan Leaf remains a notable figure in NFL history, often referenced in discussions about draft busts, but he has worked to reshape his narrative in recent years through advocacy and outreach.
Source: gpt-4o-mini
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