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Ryan Joseph Fitzpatrick, renowned by the name of Ryan Fitzpatrick is an American football player who plays as a quarterback for the NFL team, Miami Dolphins.
the 2005 NFL Draft, The St. Louis Rams drafted him 250th overall. He is the only player in NFL history to throw a touchdown pass with eight teams.
He has played for eight NFL teams as an NFL quarterback. He has set several NFL records such as Most consecutive games of 400 yards passing, Most consecutive games of 400 yards passing to begin a season, Most career touchdown passes by an Ivy League graduate, and many more franchise records.
In 2015, he was awarded the Ed Block Courage Award. Moreover, in 2004, he was named Ivy League Player of the Year. He delivered stellar performances and has the ability to fit in any team. He is considered one of the most respected players in the NFL.
Height / Weight / Age
Born on 24 November 1982. He is towering tall with a height of 191 centimeters and 6’3” in feet & inches. He possesses a fit and healthy personality with a weight of 103 kilograms and 228 lbs in pounds.
He seems attractive with his blue eyes and dark brown hair. His body measures 44 inches chest, 35 inches waist and his biceps size is 16 inches approximately.
Date Of Birth | 24 November 1982 |
Age | 42 Years |
Height | In Centimeters – 191 cm
In Feet & Inches – 6’3” |
Weight | In Kilograms – 103 kg
In Pounds – 228 lbs |
Body Measurements | 44-35-16 |
Eye Color | Blue |
Hair Color | Dark Brown |
Shoe Size | 12 (US) |
Net Worth
His major source of income is from his professional career as a football player and his salary comes from contracts, salaries, bonuses, and endorsements. He has played for 8 NFL teams. He made a huge fortune around $25 million as a football player.
Education / Family
Ryan was born and raised up in Gilbert, Arizona, United States, and belongs to the white Caucasian ethnicity. He didn’t reveal any information with regard to his parents including their names too. He grew up with his three brothers Brandon Fitzpatrick, Jason Fitzpatrick, and Shaun Fitzpatrick.
As for his education, he completed his schooling at Gilbert Highland High School and further enrolled at Harvard University to complete his higher education in economics. He also played collegiate football at Harvard University and led Harvard to the Ivy League Championship in 2004.
Name |
Ryan Fitzpatrick |
Nickname | Fitzmagic |
Birth Place | Gilbert, Arizona, United States |
Profession | Footballer |
Sexual Orientation | Straight |
School | Gilbert Highland High School |
College | Harvard University |
Religion | Christianity |
Nationality | American |
Home Town | Gilbert, Arizona, United States |
Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
Fathers Name | Name Not Known |
Mothers Name | Name Not Known |
Brothers | Brandon Fitzpatrick, Jason Fitzpatrick, Shaun Fitzpatrick |
Sister | Not Known |
Career / Fashion And Style
As for his career, he entered the 2005 NFL Draft and was selected by the St. Louis Rams in the seventh round. On 18 July 2005, he signed a 3-year rookie contract worth $953,000 with the Rams and began his rookie season as the third-string quarterback. On 27 November 2005, he made his professional regular-season debut against the Houston Texans.
He replaces injured veteran Jamie Martin as a substitute. Ryan completed his rookie season with 76 pass completions of 135 pass attempts and eight interceptions in four games with three starts. In the 2006 season, he appeared only in one game. In September 2007, he was traded to the Cincinnati Bengals for a seventh-round pick.
In his third NFL season, he did not get much playing time. In 2008, he signed a one-year contract with the Bengals and made his first start for the Bengals on 28 September 2008. He ranked third in rushing yards among the quarterbacks with 304 in the 2008 season. On 27 February 2009, he signed a 3-year contract worth $7.405 million with the Buffalo Bills.
On 18 October 2009, he made his debut for the Bills against the New York Jets and finished the season with 9 touchdowns,10 interceptions, and 1,422 passing yards. In the 2010 season, he recorded at least one touchdown pass in 13 consecutive games.
Ryan finished the 2011 season with 3,832 yards, 24 touchdowns, and a league-leading 23 interceptions. In the 2012 season, he threw 3,400 yards with 24 touchdowns and 16 interceptions. On 12 March 2013, he was released by the Bills. On 18 March 2013, he signed a two-year contract with the Tennessee Titans.
On 14 March 2014, he was released by Titans. On 18 March 2014, he then signed a two-year contract with the Houston Texans. In November 2014, he was named the starting quarterback until demoted to the backup position. In November 2014, he tore his pectoral muscle.
In March 2015, he was traded to the New York Jets for a late-round conditional draft pick. On 13 September 2015, he made his first start for the Jets against the Cleveland Browns. He finished his 2015 season with 3,905 yards with 31 touchdowns and 15 interceptions. After the 2015 season, he became a free agent.
In July 2016, he signed a one-year contract extension with the Jets worth $12 million. In February 2017, he became a free agent. In May 2017, he signed a one-year contract worth $3 million with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and made his first start during the Week 10 game against the New York Jets for the Buccaneers.
In March 2018, he signed a one-year contract extension with the Buccaneers and began the 2018 season as the starting quarterback. In March 2019, he signed a two-year contract worth $11 million with the Miami Dolphins and was named the starting quarterback.
He started in all 16 games of the 2019 season and threw 3529 yards with 20 touchdowns and 13 interceptions. In 2019, he was named Miami Dolphins team MVP and in the 2020 season played as starting quarterback for the Dolphins.
Girlfriends, Affairs, Wife, and More
Reflecting on his personal life, he is a married man who tied the marriage knot with Liza Barber in 2006. The couple was blessed with children named Lucy Fitzpatrick, Maizy Fitzpatrick, Ruby Fitzpatrick, Tate Fitzpatrick, Brady Fitzpatrick, Jake Fitzpatrick, and Zoey Fitzpatrick.
Girlfriends | Not Known |
Marital Status | Married |
Wife | Liza Barber
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Children | Daughters – Lucy Fitzpatrick, Zoey Fitzpatrick, Maizy Fitzpatrick, Ruby Fitzpatrick
Sons – Tate Fitzpatrick, Brady Fitzpatrick, Jake Fitzpatrick |
Favorite Things
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Favorite Actors | Not Known |
Favorite Actress | Not Known |
Favorite Musical Instrument | Not Known |
Favorite Singer(s) | Not Known |
Some Interesting Facts About Ryan Fitzpatrick
- He is fondly called by the name of Fitzmagic by his fans and followers.
- He is the only NFL quarterback to start for eight NFL teams.
- He is the NFL quarterback to start for eight NFL teams.
- In 2004, he was awarded the George H. “Bulger” Lowe Award and Ivy League Player of the Year for his performance in the 2004 season.
- He is the first quarterback for Harvard University to rush for over 1,000 yards in a career.
- In his rookie and sophomore years at Harvard, he was a backup quarterback for Neil Rose.
- In 2010, Sporting News named him the fifth-smartest athlete in sports.
- Ryan joking refers to himself as “the Amish Rifle”.
- He is awarded as Miami Dolphins team MVP in 2019.
- He always wears his wedding ring even during his games.
- His unique long beard has become his hallmark.
Social Media Profile(s)
- Instagram – @ryanfitzpatr1ck
- Twitter – @MajorRyanFitz
- Facebook – @MajorRyanFitz