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From Unknown Recruit to NFL MVP: How Matt Ryan Became The Savior of the Atlanta Falcons

In the NFL there isn’t any easy way to securing a roster spot amongst some of the world’s greatest athletes matched with some of the game’s best coaches. Thousands of players who’ve come through the NFL were recognized across their respective state to be one of the best athletes coming from their respective schools, but that doesn’t separate the good from the elite.

Just over decade ago in the historical city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, there was a young, selfless Matt Ryan who didn’t fill the mold for being the biggest or strongest athlete on any court or any sport, but was a fierce competitor in three different sports: Basketball, Baseball, and Football.