There may soon be a familiar name joining the Falcons’ front office.
According to Fox Sports NFL insider Jay Glazer, the Falcons had “conversations” with former quarterback Matt Ryan about joining the team’s front office. Glazer noted that the role would be “significant” and that the two sides are still discussing this new role. Ryan’s people say that he’s seriously considering this new, unnamed role with the Dirty Birds.
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 report has not been confirmed or addressed by the Falcons. There’s been rampant speculation outside the team about changes to the front office since the team is facing its eighth consecutive season with a losing record and a similar time frame without a playoff berth.
Ryan has been a frequent visitor to Flowery Branch since his retirement from the NFL. He has shown up on the field during team practices. He was QB for the Falcons for 14 years.
Ryan currently sits in the commentators’ chair for CBS’s NFL Sunday coverage.
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