Stevan Ridley


Headshot of Stevan Ridley
Position: RB
Jersey #: 22
Date of Birth: January 27, 1989
Height / Weight: 5'11" / 220 lbs
College: LSU
Drafted: Round , Pick 73 in 2011 by NE
First Team: NE (2011)
Last Team: PIT (2018)

Running Back Stats

Year Team Games Rush Att Rush Yds Rush TDs Rec Targets Rec Yds Rec TDs Fumbles Fantasy
2018PIT92980134180112
2017PIT22610810000017
2016ATL1370000001
2015NYJ83690045-2009
2014NE694340245200048
2013NE14178773710126203118
2012NE162901263126145102199
2011NE1287441135130051

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Stevan Ridley - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: January 27, 1989
Position: Running Back (RB)
College: Louisiana State University (LSU)

Career Timeline

  • New England Patriots (2011-2014):
    • Drafted in the 3rd round (73rd overall) of the 2011 NFL Draft.
    • Rookie season featured 441 rushing yards and 1 rushing touchdown.
    • In 2012, had a breakout season with 1,263 rushing yards and 12 rushing touchdowns, becoming the Patriots' primary running back.
    • Played in Super Bowl XLVI (2012) against the New York Giants, finishing with 97 rushing yards.
  • New York Jets (2015):
    • Signed with the Jets but struggled to find a consistent role.
    • Played in 6 games, rushing for 49 yards.
  • Atlanta Falcons (2015):
    • Joined the Falcons after his stint with the Jets but was primarily used in a backup role.
    • Did not register any significant stats during his time with the team.
  • Pittsburgh Steelers (2017-2018):
    • Signed with the Steelers, where he primarily contributed on special teams and in a limited offensive role.
    • Played in the 2017 season but did not see extensive action.

Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Notable for his powerful running style and ability to break tackles.
  • Scored a total of 19 rushing touchdowns in his NFL career.
  • In 2012, ranked 5th in the NFL in rushing yards and was a key contributor to the Patriots' offense.
  • Contributed to teams that reached the playoffs multiple times during his career.

Post-NFL Career

  • After retiring from professional football, Ridley has been involved in various community and charitable activities.
  • He has expressed interest in coaching and mentoring young athletes.
Stevan Ridley had a notable career in the NFL, primarily with the New England Patriots, where he established himself as a reliable running back. Known for his toughness and ability to gain yards after contact, Ridley left a lasting impression during his peak years in New England. Despite facing challenges with injuries and roles on other teams, he remains a respected figure in the football community.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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