Falcons, Third Overall Draft Choice Matt Ryan Agree To Six-Year Deal
May 20th, 2008 • Related • Filed Under
The Atlanta Falcons agreed to terms with quarterback Matt Ryan on a six-year contract on Tuesday.
The contract is valued at $72 million, with $34.75 million guaranteed.
Ryan was the third overall choice, and the first quarterback selected, in the 2008 NFL Draft out of Boston College. He becomes the second first-round draft pick to sign, following top overall choice Jake Long, who signed a five-year contract worth $57.75 million.
Ryan was in attendence when the Falcons held organized team activities on Monday.
“I was going to be here regardless, that’s off-the-field stuff,” said Ryan of contract negotiations. “I’m down here, working with the guys, and getting ready for the season.”
The Falcons have called a news conference for 8 p.m. ET
-NFL.com
