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The Atlanta Falcons have added one of the team’s best players to their front office.
The Falcons announced Saturday that former quarterback Matt Ryan, who spent the first 14 years of his 15-year NFL career with the team after being selected third overall in 2008, will become president of football on Saturday. Ryan, 40, who holds team records for passing yards, touchdowns and wins, will assume the new role immediately.
Ryan will report directly to owner Arthur Blank and will collaborate with President and CEO Greg Beadles to ensure alignment of the business and soccer areas of the organization.
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Former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) on the sideline before being inducted into the team’s Ring of Honor at halftime of a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, on October 3, 2024. (Brett Davis/Image Images)
“Throughout his remarkable 14-year career in Atlanta, Matt’s leadership, attention to detail, knowledge of the game and relentless drive to win made him the most successful player in our franchise’s history,” Blank said in a statement.
“I am confident that those same qualities will be a tremendous benefit to our organization as he takes on this new role. From his playing days to his time as an analyst at CBS, Matt has always been a student of the game and brings an astute understanding of today’s NFL, as well as a unique knowledge of our organization and this market. I have full confidence in Matt as we strive to deliver a championship-caliber team for Atlanta and Falcons fans everywhere.”
The Falcons fired head coach Raheem Morris on Sunday after consecutive 8-9 seasons. The Falcons had won their last four games, leading some to believe Morris might be allowed a third season, but Blank had other plans.
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CBS Sports announcer Matt Ryan before a game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado, on November 16, 2025. (Ron Chenoy/Image Images)
The Falcons also fired general manager Terry Fontenot on Sunday after five seasons. Ryan will be fully involved in the team’s search for the Falcons’ next head coach and general manager.
“Arthur gave me the opportunity of a lifetime almost twenty years ago and he did it again today,” Ryan said in a statement.
“While I appreciate my time with the Colts and with CBS, I have always been a Falcon. It feels great to be home. I couldn’t be more excited, grateful and honored for this new opportunity. I began my career with a singular goal: to do right by the Blank family, the Falcons organization, the city of Atlanta and especially our fans. My commitment to the success of this franchise has not changed. I am more than ready to help write a new chapter of excellence.”
Ryan has spent the last three seasons as a member of the CBS Sports team as an analyst.
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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) passes the ball against the Buffalo Bills during the second half at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York, on January 2, 2022. (Rich Barnes/USA TODAY Sports)
“I want to thank the incredible team at CBS Sports. I loved my three years there and am truly grateful for their support in taking advantage of this opportunity. The culture at CBS Sports is amazing and I have made lifelong teammates and friends,” Ryan said in a statement.
Ryan, who was drafted out of Boston College, played with the Falcons for 14 seasons and holds many franchise records, including passing yards (59,735), attempts (8,003), completions (5,242), touchdown passes (367), passer rating (94.6), completion percentage (65.5) and 300-yard games (73).
