Former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan could be returning to the organization in a significant role.
The Falcons have had discussions with Ryan about the former quarterback taking on a “significant” front office position, according to Jay Glazer of FOX Sports. Ryan is said to be seriously considering the opportunity.
Scoopage: Atlanta Falcons have had conversations with their former Pro Bowl QB Matt Ryan about rejoining the Falcons in a front office role. While two sides still discussing, people close to Ryan say he’s seriously considering this move and talks are ongoing. It would be for a…
— Jay Glazer (@JayGlazer) December 28, 2025
This is probably not comforting to general manager Terry Fontenot, who was already thought to be on the hot seat. It suggests Ryan could have significant say in the franchise’s operations if he opts to take the job, even though he has no real experience in that sort of role.
Ryan spent 14 of his 15 NFL seasons with the Falcons and won MVP honors in 2016. Since retiring, he has worked as an NFL analyst for CBS Sports. He had eyed a broadcasting career late in his playing days, but never really demonstrated any ambition to get involved with running a team.
The Falcons are playing out a disappointing 6-9 season, and major changes are certainly possible at the end of the season. Adding Ryan to the front office in any capacity would certainly shake things up, and may be a precursor to even more personnel moves.
