Center Ryan Kalil speaks with the press after Jets practice at the Atlantic Health Jets Training Center on Aug. 3, 2019. Photo Credit: Joseph D. Sullivan
Ryan Kalil thought his playing days were over when the Panthers’ season ended in New Orleans last December. Retirement was calling and Kalil was moving on after an accomplished 12-year career.
Then Jets general manager Joe Douglas called and everything changed.
Kalil is back snapping footballs, thanks to Douglas. He helped bring the five-time Pro Bowl center out of retirement to bolster the Jets' offensive line and be Sam Darnold’s eyes when needed.