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Ryan Joseph Fitzpatrick (born November 24, 1982) is an American former professional football quarterback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 17 seasons. He started at quarterback for nine teams, the most in league history.[1] Fitzpatrick is also the only NFL player to have a passing touchdown with eight different teams.[2] Since retiring, he has served as an analyst for Thursday Night Football on NFL on Prime Video.

Key Information

Fitzpatrick played college football for the Harvard Crimson, becoming the school's first quarterback to have over 1,000 rushing yards, and was selected by the St. Louis Rams in the seventh round of the 2005 NFL draft. Fitzpatrick's longest stint was with the Buffalo Bills for four seasons, while his only two winning seasons were with the 2015 New York Jets and the 2020 Miami Dolphins. As a member of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2018, Fitzpatrick became the first NFL quarterback to throw for over 400 yards in three consecutive games. He holds the most career passing yards and passing touchdowns among NFL quarterbacks without a postseason appearance.[3][4]

College career

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While an economics student at Harvard University, Fitzpatrick had five starts for the Crimson during the 2001 and 2002 seasons, working as the backup for Neil Rose.[5] In 2002, Fitzpatrick recorded 1,155 passing yards with eight touchdowns and no interceptions to go along with 523 rushing yards and five touchdowns.

After Rose graduated in 2003, Fitzpatrick took over the starting job and finished his junior campaign with 1,770 yards, 16 touchdowns, and eight interceptions in seven games. Additionally, he ran for 430 yards and six touchdowns, leading his team to a 7–3 record.[6]

In 2004, Fitzpatrick was named the Ivy League Player of the Year and winner of the George H. "Bulger" Lowe Award, as he accumulated 1,986 yards with 13 touchdowns and six interceptions. Fitzpatrick also led Harvard to a 10–0 record, thus winning the Ivy League Championship.[7] He ranked second on the team with 448 rushing yards and five scores.

For his career, Fitzpatrick ranked second on Harvard's career list for pass completions, touchdowns, passing yards, and pass completion percentage, topped only by Neil Rose.[citation needed] Fitzpatrick's 641 pass attempts rank fourth in school history and his 1,006 total plays for 6,721 yards in total offense broke the old school career records of 1,005 plays by Mike Giardi (1991–93) and 6,519 yards by Rose.[citation needed] Fitzpatrick was also the school's first quarterback to rush for over 1,000 career yards.[8]

Professional career

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Like most incoming NFL rookies, Fitzpatrick took the Wonderlic test. Fitzpatrick completed the test in nine minutes, with rumors indicating that he obtained a perfect score of 50.[9] However, a 2005 The Wall Street Journal report said that Fitzpatrick scored a 48, which is still considered exceptionally high. While his actual score is unknown, Fitzpatrick has acknowledged leaving at least one question blank, making 49 his highest possible score.[10] To date, Fitzpatrick has the highest reported Wonderlic test score achieved among NFL quarterbacks. The only player to earn a verified perfect score on the Wonderlic was also a Harvard graduate: wide receiver/punter Pat McInally, who played his entire career for the Cincinnati Bengals.[11]

Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split 20-yard shuttle Three-cone drill Vertical jump Broad jump Wonderlic
6 ft 2+3⁄8 in
(1.89 m) 		232 lb
(105 kg) 		31+1⁄8 in
(0.79 m) 		10+3⁄4 in
(0.27 m)		 4.87 s 1.71 s 2.83 s 4.07 s 7.09 s 30.5 in
(0.77 m)		 8 ft 9 in
(2.67 m)		 48
All from NFL Combine.[12][13][14]

St. Louis Rams

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2005 season

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The St. Louis Rams selected Fitzpatrick in the seventh round (250th overall) of the 2005 NFL draft. He was the last of 14 quarterbacks drafted in 2005.[15]

On July 18, 2005, the Rams signed Fitzpatrick to a three-year, $953,000 contract.[16] Throughout training camp, he competed for a roster spot against Jeff Smoker to be the Rams' third-string quarterback. Head coach Mike Martz named Fitzpatrick the third-string quarterback on the depth chart to begin his rookie season, behind Marc Bulger and Jamie Martin. Fitzpatrick was upgraded to the primary backup role in Week 6 after Bulger sustained a shoulder injury and was placed on injured reserve.

On November 27, 2005, Fitzpatrick made his professional regular season debut after entering the game in the second quarter against the Houston Texans to replace injured veteran journeyman Jamie Martin. Fitzpatrick completed 19 of 30 passes for 310 yards and three touchdowns for a 117.4 quarterback rating and led the Rams from a 24–3 halftime deficit to a 33–27 overtime road victory.[17] He earned NFC Offensive Player of the Week for his performance.[18] This made Fitzpatrick one of only eight players who passed for more than 300 yards in their NFL debut. The win earned him the next three starts, making Fitzpatrick the first Harvard quarterback to start an NFL game.[19]

Fitzpatrick was unable to duplicate his debut performance in the games he started with the Rams coming two weeks later in a 27–13 road loss to the Minnesota Vikings, throwing for 235 yards and five interceptions for a quarterback rating of 32.4 for the game.[20] Fitzpatrick was replaced by Martin after halftime the following week, after struggling in a home game against the Philadelphia Eagles in which he completed just 41.7% of his passes for a total of 69 yards.[21]

Fitzpatrick finished his rookie season completing 76 of 153 passes for 777 yards, four touchdowns, and eight interceptions to go along with 14 carries for 64 yards and two touchdowns in four games and three starts.[22]

2006 season

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In 2006, Fitzpatrick appeared in only one game, appearing late in the regular season finale against the Minnesota Vikings in relief of Marc Bulger and ran out the clock in the 41–21 road victory.[23]

Cincinnati Bengals

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2007 season

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On September 1, 2007, Fitzpatrick was traded to the Cincinnati Bengals for a seventh-round pick in the 2008 NFL draft.[24]

2008 season

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A restricted free agent in the 2008 offseason, Fitzpatrick signed his one-year tender offer from the Bengals on April 17.

Due to an elbow injury to starting quarterback Carson Palmer, Fitzpatrick made his first Bengals start on September 28, 2008, against the Cleveland Browns. Fitzpatrick was not only the leading passer but also the leading rusher in the 20–12 loss, finishing with 156 passing yards, a touchdown, and three interceptions to go along with 41 rushing yards.[25] Palmer returned the next week to start against the Dallas Cowboys, but once again had to sit the following week to rest his elbow.[26] On October 12, 2008, Fitzpatrick got the start against the New York Jets and every other game for the rest of the season.

Fitzpatrick finished the season with 1,905 passing yards, eight touchdowns, and nine interceptions to go along with 60 carries for 304 yards and two touchdowns in 13 games and 12 starts.[27] His 304 rushing yards ranked third among quarterbacks behind Tyler Thigpen and David Garrard.[28]

Buffalo Bills

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2009 season

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Fitzpatrick in 2009

On February 27, 2009, Fitzpatrick signed a three-year, $7.4 million contract with the Buffalo Bills.[29]

Fitzpatrick made his first appearance on October 18, 2009, against the New York Jets when starter Trent Edwards went down with an injury. Fitzpatrick threw for 116 yards, a touchdown, and an interception and led the Bills to a 16–13 overtime victory.[30] He started the following two games, resulting in a 20–9 road victory over the Carolina Panthers and a 31–10 loss to the Houston Texans.[31][32]

On November 18, 2009, Fitzpatrick was named the starter by interim head coach Perry Fewell who took over the coaching duties after former head coach Dick Jauron was fired. Fitzpatrick went 3–3 as a starter under Fewell, throwing for 1,060 yards, seven touchdowns, and six interceptions. Fitzpatrick went 5–4 in games where he had a majority of the playing time for a team that finished with a 6–10 record. During a Week 11 18–15 road loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, Fitzpatrick threw a 98-yard touchdown pass to Terrell Owens, the longest touchdown reception and pass for both Owens and Fitzpatrick, also setting the team record for the longest touchdown pass.[33][34]

Fitzpatrick finished the 2009 season with 1,422 passing yards, nine touchdowns, 10 interceptions, and rushed for 141 yards and a touchdown on 31 carries in 10 games and eight starts.[35]

2010 season

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New head coach Chan Gailey decided to go with Trent Edwards as the starter for the 2010 season, relegating Fitzpatrick to the backup role. On September 20, 2010, he was named the new starting quarterback following the Bills' 0–2 start.[36]

During a Week 11 49–31 comeback road victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, Fitzpatrick threw for 316 yards and four touchdowns, including three to Stevie Johnson, and two interceptions.[37] Despite the Bills finishing at 4–12 (4–9 with him at quarterback), Fitzpatrick recorded at least one touchdown pass in 13 consecutive games and becoming the first Bills quarterback to pass for at least 3,000 yards in a season since J. P. Losman in 2006.[38]

Overall, Fitzpatrick finished the season with 3,000 passing yards, 23 touchdowns, and 15 interceptions to go along with 40 carries for 269 yards in 13 games and starts.[39]

2011 season

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During a Week 2 comeback 38–35 victory over the Oakland Raiders, Fitzpatrick led the Bills to touchdown drives on five straight possessions in the second half.[40] It was the first time in league history a team had scored offensive touchdowns on five straight possessions in the second half.[41] He was named the AFC Offensive Player of the Month for September.

On October 28, 2011, Fitzpatrick signed a six-year, $59 million contract extension including a $10 million signing bonus with the Bills.[42] He had three 300-yard performances in the 2011 season, with a season-high 369 yards during a Week 3 34–31 comeback victory over the New England Patriots.[43]

After the 2011 season, it was revealed that Fitzpatrick had broken his ribs in a game against the Washington Redskins, which was presumably a factor in his decline in play over the rest of the season. Fitzpatrick finished the 2011 season with 3,832 yards, 24 touchdowns, and a league-leading 23 interceptions to go along with 56 carries for 215 yards in 16 games and starts.[44]

2012 season

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Fitzpatrick returned as the Bills' starter in 2012, finishing with 3,400 passing yards, 24 touchdowns, and 16 interceptions to go along with 48 carries for 197 yards and a touchdown in 16 games and starts.[45]

Following Chan Gailey's firing after the season, Bills general manager Buddy Nix was the victim of a prank call in which he inadvertently revealed that he was unhappy with Fitzpatrick's contract, stating "we just can't afford to pay that kind of money for a guy who's fighting for probably a backup job". Shortly after the leaked phone call was reported on by Deadspin, the team parted ways with Fitzpatrick, releasing him on March 12, 2013 before he was due a $3 million bonus.[46][47][48]

Overview

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Despite the nature of his departure from the Bills and having a losing record with Buffalo, Fitzpatrick and Bills Mafia continue to hold each other in high esteem. Upon his retirement, Fitzpatrick listed Buffalo as his "favorite place to play."[49]

"I don't know that I've ever felt more at home in a stadium or with a fanbase. I was in Buffalo for four years, but those are my people. I feel like I understand them and they understand me, and it was one of the great pleasures of my career playing there."

— Ryan Fitzpatrick reflecting on his time in Buffalo on Adam Schefter's podcast[50]

Sports Illustrated comments that Fitzpatrick remains a fan favorite in Buffalo due to the manner in which he connected with the fandom and integrated himself and his family with the Buffalo community during his time on the Bills.[51] Journalist Jerry Sullivan also notes that Fitzpatrick's resilience and passion endeared him to fans and that his tenure on the Bills cemented his playing style as a gunslinger.[49]

Tennessee Titans

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On March 18, 2013, Fitzpatrick signed a two-year contract with the Tennessee Titans.[52]

During a Week 4 38–13 victory over the New York Jets, Fitzpatrick made his Titans debut, replacing an injured Jake Locker in the third quarter. Fitzpatrick completed three of eight passes for 108 yards and a 77-yard touchdown pass to Nate Washington.[53]

Fitzpatrick played in 11 games and started in nine of them. He finished the season with a 3–6 record as the starting quarterback, beating division rivals Jacksonville Jaguars and Houston Texans in the final two games of the season. Fitzpatrick completed the season throwing for 2,454 yards, 14 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions to go along with 43 carries for 225 yards and three touchdowns.[54]

Fitzpatrick was released on March 14, 2014, and replaced by Charlie Whitehurst.[55]

Houston Texans

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Fitzpatrick in 2014

On March 18, 2014, Fitzpatrick signed a two-year contract with the Houston Texans.[56] He was named the Texans' starting quarterback by new head coach Bill O'Brien on June 17,[57] but was demoted to second on the Texans' depth chart on November 5, 2014, being replaced by Ryan Mallett.

On November 23, 2014, Mallett tore his pectoral muscle and Fitzpatrick was renamed the starter.[58] During a Week 13 45–21 victory over the Tennessee Titans in Week 13, Fitzpatrick threw for a franchise-record six touchdowns and 358 yards with no interceptions and a 147.5 passer rating.[59] He earned AFC Offensive Player of the Week honors for his performance against the Titans.[60]

During the second quarter of a Week 13 17–10 loss to the Indianapolis Colts, Fitzpatrick scrambled for a two-yard gain, was tripped up, and ended up with a fractured left tibia, ending his season. Fitzpatrick was replaced by rookie Tom Savage, who also received a minor injury.[61] Fitzpatrick finished the season with 2,483 passing yards, 17 touchdowns, and eight interceptions for a then career-high 95.3 passer rating to go along with 50 carries for 184 yards and two touchdowns and a 6–6 record as the starting quarterback for the Texans.[62]

New York Jets

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2015 season

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Fitzpatrick in 2015

On March 11, 2015, Fitzpatrick was traded to the New York Jets for a late-round conditional draft pick in the 2015 NFL draft.[63][64] The move reunited Fitzpatrick with his former head coach Chan Gailey, who was hired during the off-season as the Jets offensive coordinator and play-caller. Following an incident in the locker room, in which starting quarterback Geno Smith suffered a broken jaw after being punched by linebacker IK Enemkpali, Fitzpatrick was tentatively named the Week 1 starter for the Jets.[65]

Making his first start for the Jets in the season-opening 31–10 victory over the Cleveland Browns, Fitzpatrick threw for 179 yards, two touchdowns, and an interception in the 31–10 victory.[66] In the next game against the Indianapolis Colts on Monday Night Football, he threw for 244 yards, two touchdowns, and an interception as the Jets won on the road by a score of 20–7.[67] The following week against the Philadelphia Eagles, Fitzpatrick threw for 283 yards, two touchdowns, and three interceptions in the 17–24 loss.[68] During a Week 4 27–14 victory over the Miami Dolphins at Wembley Stadium in London, Fitzpatrick threw for 218 yards, a touchdown, and an interception.[69] Two weeks later against the Washington Redskins, Fitzpatrick threw for 253 yards, two touchdowns, and an interception while also rushing for 31 yards and a touchdown in the 34–20 victory.[70] During a Week 7 30–23 road loss to the New England Patriots, Fitzpatrick threw for 295 yards and two touchdowns.[71]

During the first quarter of a Week 8 34–20 loss to the Oakland Raiders, Fitzpatrick suffered torn ligaments in his left thumb while scrambling and did not play for the remainder of the game, being relieved by Geno Smith. Fitzpatrick underwent thumb surgery two days later and stated that he would still start.[72] In the next game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Fitzpatrick threw for 272 yards with two touchdowns as the Jets won by a score of 28–23.[73] The following week on Thursday Night Football against the Buffalo Bills, he threw for 193 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions as the Jets lost by a score 22–17.[74] During a Week 11 24–17 road loss to the Houston Texans, Fitzpatrick threw for 216 yards, a touchdown, and two interceptions to go along with five carries for 12 yards and a touchdown.[75]

During a Dolphins rematch in Week 12, Fitzpatrick made his 100th career start by throwing for 277 yards and four touchdowns in the 38–20 victory.[76] In the next game against interconference-rival New York Giants, Fitzpatrick threw for 390 yards and two touchdowns as the Jets won on the road by a score of 23–20 in overtime.[77] The following week against the Tennessee Titans, he had 263 passing yards and three touchdowns in a 30–8 victory to earn AFC Offensive Player of the Week honors.[78][79] During a Week 15 19–16 road victory over the Dallas Cowboys, Fitzpatrick threw for 299 yards, a touchdown, and an interception.[80] This was Fitzpatrick's ninth win of the season as a starter, securing his first winning season as a starting quarterback.[81] In the next game against the Patriots, Fitzpatrick finished with 296 passing yards and three touchdowns, including an overtime drive that gave the Jets a game-winning touchdown for a 26–20 victory.[82] For his effort against the Patriots, Fitzpatrick earned another AFC Offensive Player of the Week award.[83] In the regular-season finale against the Bills, Fitzpatrick threw for 181 yards, two touchdowns, and three costly interceptions (all in the fourth quarter) as the Jets lost on the road by a score of 22–17 and were eliminated from playoff contention after the Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Cleveland Browns, despite finishing the year with a 10–6 record.[84]

Having started in all 16 games of the 2015 season, Fitzpatrick finished with 3,905 passing yards, 31 touchdowns, and 15 interceptions, breaking Vinny Testaverde's 1998 franchise record for most touchdown passes in a season. Fitzpatrick also had 60 carries for 270 yards and two touchdowns.[85][86]

2016 season

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Fitzpatrick in 2016

Fitzpatrick, a free agent after the 2015 season, signed a one-year fully guaranteed $12 million contract with the Jets on July 27, 2016.[87]

During the narrow season-opening 23–22 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals, Fitzpatrick threw for 189 yards, two touchdowns, and an interception.[88] In the next game on Thursday Night Football against the Buffalo Bills, he gradually improved with 374 passing yards and a touchdown, leading the Jets to a 37–31 victory to earn AFC Offensive Player of the Week honors.[89][90] The following week against the Kansas City Chiefs, the Jets committed eight turnovers, including Fitzpatrick throwing six interceptions. Fitzpatrick finished with 188 passing yards as the Jets lost on the road by a score of 24–3.[91] During a Week 6 28–3 road loss to the Arizona Cardinals, Fitzpatrick was benched for Geno Smith after going 16-for-31 for 174 yards, no touchdowns, and an interception.[92]

Smith was then named the starter for the next game against the Baltimore Ravens.[93] However, he suffered a season-ending injury and was replaced by Fitzpatrick in the second quarter.[94][95] Fitzpatrick then started the team's next two games against the Cleveland Browns and Miami Dolphins before sitting out against the Los Angeles Rams due to injury.[96] Bryce Petty started in his place even though Fitzpatrick was still active for the game as the backup.[97] Fitzpatrick then returned from his injury to start the next two games against the New England Patriots and Indianapolis Colts.[96] However, during the Colts game, he was benched for Petty to start the second half.[98]

Petty was then named the starter for the final four games of the season. Jets head coach Todd Bowles said, "The plan was for us to start him the last four games anyway, so we just started a half early."[99] Petty then started the next three games against the San Francisco 49ers, Miami Dolphins, and New England Patriots.[100] During the Dolphins game, Fitzpatrick relieved Petty due to injury early in the fourth quarter.[101] Petty also suffered an injury in the Patriots game and was replaced by Fitzpatrick in the second quarter.[102] Due to Petty's injury, Fitzpatrick started in the regular season finale, completing 20 of 30 passes for 210 yards and two touchdowns as the Jets beat the Bills by a score of 30–10.[103]

Fitzpatrick finished the 2016 season with 2,710 passing yards, 12 touchdowns, and 17 interceptions to go along with 33 carries for 130 yards in 14 games and 11 starts.[104]

On February 15, 2017, Fitzpatrick's contract was voided, and he became a free agent.[105]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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2017 season

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On May 19, 2017, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed Fitzpatrick to a one-year, $3 million contract.[106][107][108][109]

During a Week 6 38–33 road loss to the Arizona Cardinals, Fitzpatrick entered the game after starter Jameis Winston suffered a shoulder injury in the second quarter. Fitzpatrick finished the game by completing 22 of 32 passes for 290 yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions.[110] Three weeks later against the New Orleans Saints, Fitzpatrick entered the game after Winston suffered another shoulder injury, completing eight of 15 passes for 68 yards and a touchdown in the 30–10 road loss.[111] On November 6, head coach Dirk Koetter said that Winston would miss at least two weeks to rest his shoulder.[112] Fitzpatrick started in Week 10 against his former team, the New York Jets, throwing for 187 yards, a touchdown, and an interception as the Buccaneers won by a score of 15–10.[113] In the next game against the Miami Dolphins, Fitzpatrick threw for 275 yards and two touchdowns as the Buccaneers won on the road by a score of 30–20.[114] The following week against the Atlanta Falcons, he threw for 283 yards as the Buccaneers lost on the road by a score of 34–20.[115]

Fitzpatrick finished the 2017 season with 1,103 passing yards, seven touchdowns, and three interceptions to go along with 15 carries for 78 yards in six games and three starts.[116]

2018 season

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Fitzpatrick in 2018

On March 9, 2018, Fitzpatrick signed a one-year contract extension with the Buccaneers.[117] Starter Jameis Winston was handed a three-game suspension, making Fitzpatrick the Buccaneers' starting quarterback to begin the season.

During the season-opening 48–40 road victory over the New Orleans Saints, Fitzpatrick completed 21 of 28 passes for a career-high 417 yards and four touchdowns, while also rushing for 36 yards and a touchdown, finishing with a 156.2 quarterback rating.[118] He was named NFC Offensive Player of the Week for his performance.[119] In the next game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Fitzpatrick completed 27 of 33 passes for 402 yards and four touchdowns, finishing with a 144.4 quarterback rating despite an interception (which was after a juggle his receiver made) as the Buccaneers won by a score of 27–21.[120] He earned his second consecutive NFC Offensive Player of the Week for his performance.[121] Fitzpatrick's unexpectedly incredible performance during the first two weeks of the season revived his "Fitzmagic" nickname. The following week against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday Night Football, Fitzpatrick finished with 411 passing yards, three touchdowns, and three interceptions as the Buccaneers lost by a score of 30–27.[122] He became the first player in NFL history to throw for over 400 yards in three consecutive games.[123] During a Week 4 48–10 road loss to the Chicago Bears, Fitzpatrick's performance regressed as he only threw for 126 yards and an interception. Fitzpatrick was replaced by Winston, who had just been reinstated from a three-game suspension.[124]

During a Week 8 37–34 road loss to the Cincinnati Bengals, Fitzpatrick relieved Winston at the end of the third quarter after Winston was benched after throwing for 276 yards, a touchdown, and four interceptions. Fitzpatrick completed 11 of 15 passes for 194 yards and two touchdowns to tie the game 34–34 with 1:05 left in the game after being down 34–16, but the Bengals would then drive down the field and kick a game-winning field goal as time expired.[125] The next day, the Buccaneers named Fitzpatrick their starting quarterback.[126] In the next game against the Carolina Panthers, he threw for 243 yards, four touchdowns, and two interceptions as the Buccaneers lost on the road by a score of 42–28.[127] The following week against the Washington Redskins, Fitzpatrick had his fourth 400-yard passing game of the season, throwing for 406 yards and two interceptions, which tied Dan Marino and Peyton Manning for the single-season record as the Buccaneers lost by a score of 16–3.[128] During a narrow Week 11 38–35 road loss to the New York Giants, Fitzpatrick was benched for Winston again in the second half after throwing for 167 yards and three interceptions in what would be his final appearance of the 2018 season.[129]

Fitzpatrick finished the 2018 season with 2,366 passing yards, 17 touchdowns, 12 interceptions, and a career-high passer rating of 100.4 to go along with 36 carries for 152 yards and two touchdowns in eight games and seven starts.[130]

Miami Dolphins

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2019 season

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On March 18, 2019, Fitzpatrick signed a two-year, $11 million contract with the Miami Dolphins.[131][132] He was named the Dolphins starting quarterback over Josh Rosen.[133]

During the season-opening 59–10 loss to the Baltimore Ravens, Fitzpatrick threw for 185 yards, a touchdown, and an interception.[134] In the next game against the New England Patriots, he threw for 89 yards and was intercepted thrice, with two being pick-sixes, before being benched for Rosen in the 43–0 shutout loss.[135] After the game, Dolphins' head coach Brian Flores said that Fitzpatrick would still be the starter in Week 3 against the Dallas Cowboys,[136] but on September 19, prior to the game, Rosen was named the starter, sending Fitzpatrick to the bench.[137]

During a narrow Week 6 17–16 loss to the Washington Redskins, Fitzpatrick relieved Rosen after the latter was benched for poor performance. Fitzpatrick threw for 132 yards and a touchdown. After leading Miami to a last-minute touchdown, he attempted a two-point conversion pass to Kenyan Drake, who dropped it, sealing the loss for Miami.[138] Fitzpatrick started the next game against the Buffalo Bills, his former team, leading the Dolphins to a 14–9 halftime lead. However, after he threw an interception to cornerback Tre'Davious White, the Bills rallied in the fourth quarter to win. Fitzpatrick finished the 31–21 road loss with 282 passing yards, a touchdown, and an interception to go along with six carries for 13 yards and a touchdown.[139] Two weeks later against another of his former teams, the New York Jets, Fitzpatrick threw for 288 yards and three touchdowns as the Dolphins won their first game of the season by a score of 26–18.[140] During a Week 13 37–31 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles, he threw for 365 yards, three touchdowns, and an interception.[141] Three weeks later against the Cincinnati Bengals, Fitzpatrick threw for 419 yards, four touchdowns, and an interception as the Dolphins won by a score of 38–35 in overtime.[142] He was named AFC Offensive Player of the Week for his performance against the Bengals.[143] In the regular season finale against the Patriots, Fitzpatrick threw for 320 yards and a touchdown and rushed for 15 yards and a touchdown during the 27–24 road victory. The win denied the Patriots a first-round bye for the first time since 2009. He also played against Tom Brady in his final regular season game as a Patriot, as Brady would sign with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the offseason. Fitzpatrick is also the only quarterback to defeat Tom Brady with all the Patriots’ division rivals.[144]

Fitzpatrick finished the 2019 season with 3,529 passing yards, 20 touchdowns, and 13 interceptions to go along with 54 carries for 243 yards and four touchdowns in 15 games and 13 starts.[145] He ended up being the team's leading rusher for the 2019 season.[146]

2020 season

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On September 7, 2020, Fitzpatrick was confirmed to have won the Dolphins starting job for the second year in a row after beating out rookie quarterback Tua Tagovailoa in training camp.[147]

During the season-opening 21–11 road loss against the New England Patriots, Fitzpatrick threw for 191 yards and three interceptions.[148] In the next game against the Buffalo Bills, he had 328 passing yards and two touchdowns as the Dolphins lost by a score of 31–28.[149] The following week against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Fitzpatrick threw for 160 yards and two touchdowns to go along with seven carries for 38 yards and a touchdown during the 31–13 victory. In doing so, he extended his NFL record for wins against a single opponent with different teams to six.[150] Fitzpatrick also joined Walter Payton as the only players since 1948 to finish with two passing touchdowns, a rushing touchdown, 20 rushing yards, and a reception in the same game.[151]

During a Week 5 43–17 road victory over the San Francisco 49ers, Fitzpatrick threw for 350 yards and three touchdowns.[152] In the next game against one of his former teams, the New York Jets, Fitzpatrick threw for 191 yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions during the 24–0 shutout victory.[153] Two days later on October 20, Brian Flores named Tagovailoa the team's starting quarterback for the Week 8 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams following the bye week.[154]

During a Week 11 20–13 road loss to the Denver Broncos, Fitzpatrick relieved Tagovailoa in the fourth quarter after he was benched for poor performance. During the game, Fitzpatrick threw for 117 yards and an interception.[155] Fitzpatrick was named the Dolphins' starting quarterback for the next game against the Jets after Tagovailoa jammed his thumb in practice.[156] During that game, Fitzpatrick threw for 257 yards and a touchdown in the 20–3 road victory.[157]

During a narrow Week 16 26–25 road victory over the Las Vegas Raiders, Fitzpatrick was brought in to relieve Tagovailoa early in the fourth quarter after the latter was benched. Fitzpatrick led a game-winning drive where he found Mack Hollins for a 34-yard completion down while having his face mask pulled with 19 seconds left in the game and down 25–23 with no timeouts. The pass, coupled with the 15-yard face mask penalty, led to a game-winning field goal by Jason Sanders. Fitzpatrick finished the game throwing for 182 yards and a 59-yard touchdown to Myles Gaskin.[158][159] On December 31, 2020, Fitzpatrick was placed on the Dolphins' reserve/COVID-19 list.[160] Without Fitzpatrick available, the Dolphins lost their Week 17 rematch with the Bills on the road by a score of 56–26 with Tagovailoa at quarterback and were eliminated from postseason contention when the Indianapolis Colts won later that day.[161] Fitzpatrick was activated from the list on January 11, 2021.[162]

Fitzpatrick finished the 2020 season with 2,091 passing yards, 13 touchdowns, and eight interceptions to go along with 30 carries for 151 yards and two touchdowns in nine games and seven starts.[163]

Washington Football Team

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Fitzpatrick signed a one-year contract with the Washington Football Team on March 18, 2021.[164]

Fitzpatrick started in the season-opening 20–16 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, but suffered a hip subluxation during the second quarter, which resulted in his being placed on injured reserve and missing the rest of the season.[165][166] Due to his brief tenure, Fitzpatrick did not have any touchdowns or interceptions with Washington, the only time he did not do so with a team he played for.[167]

Retirement

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On June 2, 2022, Fitzpatrick announced his retirement from the NFL after 17 seasons.[168][169]

NFL career statistics

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Legend
Led the league
Bold Career high
Year Team Games Passing Rushing Sacks Fumbles
GP GS Record Cmp Att Pct Yds Y/A Lng TD Int Rtg Att Yds Y/A Lng TD Sck Yds Fum Lost
2005 STL 4 3 0–3 76 135 56.3 777 5.8 56 4 8 58.2 14 64 4.6 14 2 9 49 3 1
2006 STL 1 0 — 0 0 — 0 — 0 0 0 — 3 0 0.0 2 0 0 0 0 0
2007 CIN 1 0 — 0 0 — 0 — 0 0 0 — 0 0 — 0 0 0 0 0 0
2008 CIN 13 12 4–7–1 221 372 59.4 1,905 5.1 79 8 9 70.0 60 304 5.1 22 2 38 193 11 5
2009 BUF 10 8 4–4 127 227 55.9 1,422 6.3 98 9 10 69.7 31 141 4.5 31 1 21 127 3 2
2010 BUF 13 13 4–9 255 441 57.8 3,000 6.8 65 23 15 81.8 40 269 6.7 22 0 24 145 8 5
2011 BUF 16 16 6–10 353 569 62.0 3,832 6.7 60 24 23 79.1 56 215 3.8 18 0 22 148 7 2
2012 BUF 16 16 6–10 306 505 60.6 3,400 6.7 68 24 16 83.3 48 197 4.1 20 1 30 161 8 6
2013 TEN 11 9 3–6 217 350 62.0 2,454 7.0 77 14 12 82.0 43 225 5.2 26 3 21 109 9 2
2014 HOU 12 12 6–6 197 312 63.1 2,483 8.0 76 17 8 95.3 50 184 3.7 16 2 21 83 5 1
2015 NYJ 16 16 10–6 335 562 59.6 3,905 6.9 69 31 15 88.0 60 270 4.5 19 2 19 94 5 2
2016 NYJ 14 11 3–8 228 403 56.6 2,710 6.7 57 12 17 69.6 33 130 3.9 14 0 19 81 9 1
2017 TB 6 3 2–1 96 163 58.9 1,103 6.8 41 7 3 86.0 15 78 5.2 15 0 7 34 0 0
2018 TB 8 7 2–5 164 246 66.7 2,366 9.6 75 17 12 100.4 36 152 4.2 18 2 14 76 4 1
2019 MIA 15 13 5–8 311 502 62.0 3,529 7.0 51 20 13 85.5 54 243 4.5 20 4 40 209 9 2
2020 MIA 9 7 4–3 183 267 68.5 2,091 7.8 70 13 8 95.6 30 151 5.0 17 2 14 65 2 0
2021 WAS 1 1 0–1 3 6 50.0 13 2.2 6 0 0 56.2 1 2 2.0 2 0 1 2 1 0
Career 166 147 59–87–1 3,072 5,060 60.7 34,990 6.9 98 223 169 82.3 575 2,623 4.6 31 21 300 1,576 84 30

Career awards, highlights, and records

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NFL records

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Bills franchise records

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Texans franchise records

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Jets franchise records

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  • Most passing touchdowns in a season: 31 (2015)[184]

Buccaneers franchise records

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  • Only quarterback with consecutive weeks of 400 yards passing: Weeks 1–3, 2018[185]
  • Most games with at least 400 passing yards in a season: 4 (2018)[186]
  • Most consecutive weeks of having a passer rating of at least 140.0 in a season: 2 (2018)[187]

Post-NFL career

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On June 21, 2022, it was announced that Fitzpatrick would become a pre-game and postgame analyst for Amazon's Thursday Night Football.[188]

In 2023, Fitzpatrick became a spokesman for DraftKings.[189] The following year, Fitzpatrick, along with fellow NFL alumnus and Thursday Night Football analyst Andrew Whitworth, launched the Fitz & Whit podcast under Wave Sports + Entertainment.[190]

Personal life

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On June 24, 2006, Fitzpatrick married Liza Barber, who he met while they were students at Harvard.[191] The couple have three sons and four daughters.[192] Fitzpatrick never removes his wedding ring, including during games; he stated in a 2011 interview it was "important for [him] not to take it off".[193] He was named the fifth-smartest athlete in sports by Sporting News in 2010.[194]

Fitzpatrick is known for his beard, which he began growing out during his time with the Bills in the 2010s. Fitzpatrick has jokingly referred to himself as "the Amish Rifle."[195]

Fitzpatrick continues to support the Bills, attending the Bills' wild card playoff game against the New England Patriots in 2021 where he took off his shirt in the stands despite freezing weather.[196] Fitzpatrick has repeated the feat twice to the pleasure of Bills fans, once while interviewing Josh Allen after a Thursday Night Football game,[197] and again while "leading the charge" before a 2024 playoff game against the Baltimore Ravens.[198] Fitzpatrick names Allen as his favorite quarterback to watch.[51]

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Ryan Fitzpatrick (born November 24, 1982) is an American former professional football quarterback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 17 seasons from 2005 to 2021, starting games for nine different teams and establishing himself as one of the league's most notable journeyman players. Known for his intelligence, versatility, and sporadic bursts of exceptional play often referred to as "FitzMagic," Fitzpatrick threw for 34,990 yards and 223 touchdowns over his career, becoming the only quarterback in NFL history to record a passing touchdown with eight different franchises. He retired in June 2022 and transitioned into broadcasting as a studio analyst for Amazon Prime Video's Thursday Night Football coverage.[1][2][3][4] Born in Gilbert, Arizona, Fitzpatrick grew up in an active family of four boys, engaging in swimming and triathlons from a young age alongside his siblings. He attended Highland High School, where he excelled academically, graduating in the top 1% of his class as a multi-sport athlete. A fan of Arizona State University, Fitzpatrick received limited recruiting interest from major Division I programs and instead committed to Harvard University, where he majored in economics and graduated in 2005.[5][6][7][8] At Harvard, Fitzpatrick starred as the quarterback for the Crimson football team from 2001 to 2004, serving as team captain in his senior year and earning the unanimous Ivy League Player of the Year award in 2004 while leading Harvard to its seventh unbeaten season and Ivy League championship. Over his college career, he amassed 7,109 passing yards and 54 passing touchdowns, along with 1,754 rushing yards and 18 rushing touchdowns, setting multiple school records including for single-game total offense (471 yards against Holy Cross in 2003).[9][8][10] Fitzpatrick entered the NFL as the 250th overall pick in the seventh round of the 2005 NFL Draft by the St. Louis Rams, starting his career as a third-string backup before emerging as a reliable starter across multiple teams. His journeyman path included stints with the Cincinnati Bengals (2007–2008), Buffalo Bills (2009–2012, where he had his first extended starting role), Tennessee Titans (2013, starting nine games), Houston Texans (2014, leading a late-season turnaround), New York Jets (2015–2016, guiding the team to a 10–6 record in 2015), Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2017–2018), Miami Dolphins (2019–2020, again achieving a 10–6 mark in 2020), and Washington Football Team (2021, where a hip injury sidelined him after one game). Notable highlights include his 2018 performance with the Buccaneers, where he threw for over 400 yards in consecutive games, and his overall resilience in mentoring younger quarterbacks like Jameis Winston and Tua Tagovailoa.[2][11][12] In his personal life, Fitzpatrick is married to Liza Fitzpatrick, whom he wed in 2006, and the couple has seven children ranging in age from toddlers to teenagers. His family-oriented approach influenced his career decisions, including his retirement timing to prioritize time with his children, and he has often credited Liza for supporting their frequent relocations across NFL cities. Since retiring, Fitzpatrick has embraced his broadcasting role, signing a three-year extension with Amazon in 2024, while maintaining a low social media presence and focusing on family and philanthropy.[13][14][15]

Early life and education

Early life

Ryan Fitzpatrick was born on November 24, 1982, in Gilbert, Arizona. He is the son of Mike Fitzpatrick and Lori Fitzpatrick, who nurtured his competitive spirit from an early age. Fitzpatrick grew up as the youngest of four brothers: Jason, Brandon, and Shaun, all highly athletic. His family's emphasis on perseverance shaped his formative years, with his father recalling Fitzpatrick's determination even as a child. Fitzpatrick attended Highland High School in Gilbert, Arizona, where he excelled academically, graduating in the top 1% of his class as a multi-sport athlete in football, baseball, and basketball. He was regarded as one of the top young athletes in the area. He also competed in triathlons and swimming alongside his siblings. A pivotal early experience came in Pop Warner football, where Fitzpatrick developed a passion for the contact and strategy of the game. These early athletic pursuits laid the foundation for his development, fostering a drive that carried into his later endeavors.

College career

Ryan Fitzpatrick attended Harvard University from 2001 to 2005, majoring in economics and earning a Bachelor of Arts degree.[16] As a member of the Harvard Crimson football team, he appeared in five games as a freshman backup in 2001 before becoming the starting quarterback for his final three seasons from 2002 to 2004.[8] Over that span, Fitzpatrick completed 384 of 641 passes for 5,234 yards, 39 touchdowns, and 15 interceptions, while also rushing for 1,487 yards and 16 touchdowns—records that rank him third in Harvard history for passing yards and second for passing touchdowns.[17][18] His dual-threat ability helped redefine the quarterback position at Harvard, blending precise passing with elusive running.[8] In 2004, Fitzpatrick led the Crimson to a perfect 10-0 record and an Ivy League championship, capping the season with a 35-3 victory over rival Yale.[18] A highlight was the September 25 game against Brown, where Harvard trailed 31-10 at halftime but mounted a comeback to win 35-34, securing an undefeated campaign.[8] For his performance that year, including leading the Ivy League in total offense at 243.4 yards per game, he earned unanimous Ivy League Offensive Player of the Year and First-Team All-Ivy honors, along with the Frederick Greeley Crocker Award as Harvard's MVP.[18] Earlier, he received All-Ivy Honorable Mention in 2002 and 2003.[8] Academically, Fitzpatrick was a two-time First-Team Academic All-Ivy selection in 2003 and 2004, reflecting his 3.74 GPA while balancing rigorous coursework and athletics.[19] Following the 2004 season, he declared for the 2005 NFL Draft, becoming the first Ivy League quarterback selected since John Witkowski of Columbia in 1984 and Harvard's first draftee since Isaiah Kacyvenski in 2000.[20][21]

Professional career

St. Louis Rams (2005–2006)

Ryan Fitzpatrick was selected by the St. Louis Rams in the seventh round (250th overall) of the 2005 NFL Draft, becoming the 14th quarterback taken that year and the first from an Ivy League school since 1987.[2] He signed a three-year contract worth $953,000 on July 18, 2005, and entered training camp as the third-string quarterback behind starter Marc Bulger and veteran backup Jamie Martin. Initially allocated to the practice squad, Fitzpatrick was elevated to the active roster in late November 2005 following injuries to Bulger (strained groin) and Martin (shoulder), marking his transition from the sidelines to meaningful NFL action during a season in which the Rams finished 6–10.[22] In his rookie campaign, Fitzpatrick appeared in four games, starting three, and compiled a 0–3 record as the primary signal-caller. His debut came on November 27 against the Houston Texans, where he relieved Martin in the second quarter with the Rams trailing 14–0 and engineered a 33–27 overtime comeback victory, completing 19 of 30 passes for 310 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception while adding 23 rushing yards.[23] Over his subsequent starts—a 24–9 loss to the Washington Redskins (21/36, 163 yards, one interception, one rushing touchdown), a 27–13 defeat at the Minnesota Vikings (26/45, 235 yards, five interceptions, one rushing touchdown), and a 17–16 narrow loss to the Philadelphia Eagles (10/24, 69 yards, one touchdown, one interception)—Fitzpatrick threw for 777 yards, four touchdowns, and eight interceptions overall, with a 56.3% completion rate and 58.2 passer rating. He also contributed 64 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 14 carries, showcasing his mobility as a Harvard product adapting to professional defenses.[2] The following year, with Bulger healthy, Fitzpatrick reverted to a backup role on the active roster for the Rams, who improved to an 8–8 record under new head coach Scott Linehan but missed the playoffs. He saw limited action, appearing in just one game on December 31 against the Minnesota Vikings in a 41–21 win, where he recorded three rushing attempts for zero yards and no passing attempts. This minimal involvement highlighted his position as a developmental reserve during a transitional period for the franchise, setting the stage for his eventual move to free agency after the season.[24][25]

Cincinnati Bengals (2007–2008)

Ryan Fitzpatrick was traded to the Cincinnati Bengals from the St. Louis Rams on September 1, 2007, in exchange for a conditional seventh-round draft pick in the 2008 NFL Draft, providing the team with a young backup option following his limited experience as a rookie with the Rams.[26] As a third-year quarterback, he joined a Bengals squad led by starter Carson Palmer and served primarily in a reserve role during the 2007 season, appearing in just one game without recording any passing attempts.[27] Entering the 2008 offseason as a restricted free agent, Fitzpatrick signed his one-year tender offer from the Bengals on April 17, worth $927,000, securing his return as the primary backup to Palmer.[28] However, Palmer suffered an elbow injury after Week 3, sidelining him for the remainder of the season and thrusting Fitzpatrick into the starting lineup for 12 games. In those starts, he went 4–7–1, helping the Bengals achieve a 4–3–1 record in his final eight appearances while showcasing his mobility with 60 rushes for 304 yards and two touchdowns.[29] Fitzpatrick completed 221 of 372 passes for 1,905 yards, throwing eight touchdowns and nine interceptions, for a passer rating of 66.5—demonstrating growth as a game manager but highlighting areas for improvement in ball security during his expanded role.[30] Over his two seasons with Cincinnati, Fitzpatrick appeared in 14 games, starting 12, and accumulated 221 completions on 372 attempts for 1,905 passing yards, eight touchdowns, and nine interceptions, along with 364 rushing yards and two scores—all from his 2008 performances.[2] As an unrestricted free agent following the 2008 campaign, he was not re-signed by the Bengals and instead agreed to a three-year contract with the Buffalo Bills on February 27, 2009, concluding his tenure in Cincinnati.[31]

Buffalo Bills (2009–2012)

On February 27, 2009, Fitzpatrick signed a three-year, $8.25 million contract with the Buffalo Bills as a backup quarterback behind Trent Edwards.[32] During the 2009 season, Fitzpatrick began as the backup but took over as starter in Week 6 following a concussion to Edwards.[33] He appeared in 10 games with 8 starts, passing for 1,422 yards, 9 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions while leading the Bills to a 4-4 record in those starts.[2] In 2010, Fitzpatrick solidified his role as the primary starter, appearing in 15 games with 13 starts and throwing for 3,000 yards, 23 touchdowns, and 15 interceptions as the Bills finished 4-12 overall.[2] Fitzpatrick's performance peaked in 2011 when he started all 16 games, passing for 3,832 yards, 24 touchdowns, and 23 interceptions en route to a 7-9 team record that included a franchise-record 5-0 start.[2] That September, he was named AFC Offensive Player of the Month after completing 72 of 111 passes for 841 yards and 9 touchdowns with just 1 interception in the first three games.[34] On October 28, 2011, Fitzpatrick signed a six-year, $59 million contract extension with the Bills, including a $10 million signing bonus, marking his emergence as a reliable NFL starter.[35] In 2012, Fitzpatrick started all 16 games amid a turbulent season, throwing for 3,400 yards, 24 touchdowns, and 16 interceptions as the Bills ended with a 6-10 record.[2] Over his four seasons in Buffalo, Fitzpatrick made 53 starts, passing for 11,654 yards, 80 touchdowns, and 64 interceptions while compiling a 20-33 record as the team's primary quarterback.[2] His tenure transformed him from a journeyman backup into a fan favorite in Buffalo, known for his intelligence, toughness, and connection with the passionate Bills Mafia supporter base.[36]

Tennessee Titans (2013)

On March 18, 2013, Ryan Fitzpatrick signed a two-year contract worth $6.5 million with the Tennessee Titans after being released by the Buffalo Bills, where his experience as a starting quarterback over multiple seasons positioned him as a reliable veteran backup to Jake Locker.[37] The deal included $2.25 million guaranteed, reflecting the Titans' intent to provide depth and mentorship at the position amid ongoing concerns about Locker's injury history.[38] Fitzpatrick entered the season as the backup but assumed the starting role due to Locker's recurring injuries, including a hip issue in Week 4 and a season-ending foot fracture in Week 9.[39] He appeared in 11 games, starting nine, and compiled a 3–6 record as the Titans' signal-caller, passing for 2,454 yards with 14 touchdowns and 12 interceptions while adding 225 rushing yards and three scores on the ground.[2] Notable performances included a career-high 402-yard, four-touchdown effort in a Week 14 overtime loss to the Arizona Cardinals and a 320-yard, two-touchdown outing in a Week 11 victory over the Oakland Raiders.[40] The Titans concluded the 2013 campaign with a 7–9 record, missing the playoffs for the fifth consecutive year under head coach Mike Munchak, whose tenure ended shortly after the season amid broader organizational changes.[41] Fitzpatrick voiced disturbance over the team's failure to convert strong individual outputs into more victories, highlighting the squad's inconsistent execution despite competitive efforts in several contests.[42]

Houston Texans (2014)

Fitzpatrick was released by the Tennessee Titans on March 14, 2014, and signed a two-year, $7.25 million contract with the Houston Texans six days later, including $4 million in guaranteed money.[43] He competed with Case Keenum and Tom Savage during training camp and was named the starting quarterback by head coach Bill O'Brien in June.[44] Fitzpatrick opened the 2014 season as the starter, guiding the Texans to a 6-3 record over the first nine games while completing 162 of 255 passes for 1,745 yards, 11 touchdowns, and six interceptions.[45] Following a 31-21 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 9, O'Brien benched him in favor of Ryan Mallett, who had been acquired via trade from the New England Patriots earlier that year. Mallett started the next two contests, posting a 1-1 record before suffering a season-ending pectoral injury late in Week 11 against the Cleveland Browns.[46] With Mallett sidelined, Fitzpatrick returned as the starter for Week 13 against his former team, the Titans, where he delivered a career-best performance by throwing six touchdown passes for 358 yards with no interceptions in a 45-21 victory; the touchdowns went to DeAndre Hopkins (three), Arian Foster (two), and Ryan Griffin (one).[47] He started the following week at Jacksonville, completing 13 of 19 passes for 135 yards and scoring on a 4-yard rushing run—his second rushing touchdown of the season and first since Week 3 against the New York Giants, marking his first career rushing score earlier that year—in a 27-13 win.[48] These two outings helped the Texans improve to 8-5, but O'Brien turned to Keenum for the final three games amid ongoing evaluation of the young quarterback, during which Houston went 1-2 to finish 9-7 and miss the playoffs on tiebreakers.[49] Overall, Fitzpatrick appeared in 12 games with 11 starts for the Texans, finishing with 197 completions on 312 attempts for 2,483 yards, 17 touchdowns, and eight interceptions, along with 50 rushes for 184 yards and two scores.[2] On March 11, 2015, the Texans traded him to the New York Jets in exchange for a conditional 2016 seventh-round draft pick that upgraded to a sixth-round pick after Fitzpatrick met the playing time condition.[50]

New York Jets (2015–2016)

Following a stint as a backup with the Houston Texans, where he provided stability amid quarterback transitions, Ryan Fitzpatrick was traded to the New York Jets on March 11, 2015, for a conditional 2016 seventh-round draft pick that upgraded to a sixth-round pick after Fitzpatrick met the playing time condition.[50] The move positioned him initially as a backup to Geno Smith, but Fitzpatrick stepped into the starting role after Smith suffered a season-ending injury in August 2015. He went on to start all 16 games, leading the Jets to a 10–6 record and a playoff appearance—the team's first since 2010. Fitzpatrick delivered a career-best performance, passing for 3,905 yards, 31 touchdowns, and 15 interceptions, while adding 270 rushing yards and two scores.[2] Despite the offensive output, the Jets fell to the Pittsburgh Steelers in the wild-card round.[51] Fitzpatrick's breakout year sparked a contentious contract negotiation in the 2016 offseason. The Jets offered a three-year extension worth up to $24 million, but Fitzpatrick rejected it, seeking more guaranteed money after his performance elevated the team's offense to franchise records in passing yards (4,026) and total yards (5,896).[52] The holdout lasted until July 27, 2016, when he signed a one-year, fully guaranteed deal for $12 million, with $3 million in incentives, just before training camp.[53] Returning as the starter, Fitzpatrick struggled immediately, completing 57.6% of his passes for 751 yards, six touchdowns, and seven interceptions over the first three games, including a franchise-worst six interceptions in a Week 3 loss to the Buffalo Bills. He was benched in favor of Geno Smith, who suffered a torn ACL in Week 8, prompting a rotation with rookie Bryce Petty before Fitzpatrick reclaimed the role sporadically.[54] The Jets finished 5–11 in 2016, with Fitzpatrick appearing in 14 games and finishing with 2,710 passing yards, 12 touchdowns, and 17 interceptions—his highest interception total since 2011.[2] His inconsistent play, compounded by an aging offensive line and lack of supporting weapons, drew sharp criticism from fans and media, who questioned his suitability as a long-term solution after the previous season's success.[55] On February 10, 2017, the final year of his contract voided automatically, making him an unrestricted free agent and ending his Jets tenure amid reports of organizational dysfunction.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2017–2018)

On May 19, 2017, Fitzpatrick signed a one-year contract worth $3 million with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to serve as the backup quarterback to Jameis Winston.[56][57] In the 2017 season, Fitzpatrick appeared in six games as Winston's backup, stepping in to start three games after Winston suffered a shoulder injury in Week 1. He led the Buccaneers to a 2–1 record in those starts, completing 96 of 163 passes for 1,103 yards, seven touchdowns, and three interceptions.[58][59] His efficient play helped stabilize the offense during Winston's absence, including a 290-yard, three-touchdown performance in a loss to the Arizona Cardinals. Fitzpatrick's tenure gained prominence in 2018 after signing a one-year, $3.3 million extension in March. With Winston suspended for the first three games due to a violation of the NFL's personal conduct policy, Fitzpatrick started those contests and exceeded expectations, throwing for over 400 yards in each—including 417 yards and four touchdowns against the New Orleans Saints, 402 yards and three touchdowns versus the Philadelphia Eagles, and 411 yards with three touchdowns and three interceptions in a loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers—becoming the first quarterback in NFL history to achieve three consecutive 400-yard games.[59][60] He started the Buccaneers' first five games overall (3–2 record), amassing 1,631 yards, 11 touchdowns, and eight interceptions before being benched at halftime of Week 5 against the Saints in favor of Winston. Later, after Winston struggled with turnovers—including four interceptions in Week 8 against the Cleveland Browns—Fitzpatrick entered in relief and orchestrated a comeback win, then reclaimed the starting role for Weeks 9–11 (1–2 record). Over eight starts and 14 appearances that season, he passed for 2,366 yards, 19 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions, posting a 100.4 passer rating.[61][62] His explosive early output revived the "FitzMagic" nickname, originally coined during his 2011 stint with the Buffalo Bills but popularized anew for his improbable hot streak with Tampa Bay's high-powered offense featuring receivers like Mike Evans and Chris Godwin.[63] Following the season, Fitzpatrick entered free agency and signed a two-year, $11 million contract with the Miami Dolphins on March 17, 2019, effectively parting ways with the Buccaneers after declining to re-sign him.[64] His Buccaneers stint, particularly the 2018 "FitzMagic" run, provided a career resurgence after being benched by the Jets the prior year, reaffirming his value as a savvy veteran capable of igniting stagnant offenses.[65]

Miami Dolphins (2019–2020)

Fitzpatrick signed a two-year contract worth $11 million with the Miami Dolphins in March 2019, initially serving as a backup to Josh Rosen following the team's trade of Ryan Tannehill.[66][67] In the 2019 season, Fitzpatrick took over as the starting quarterback after an 0-7 start, beginning with Week 7, and led a late turnaround that saw the Dolphins win five of their final nine games to finish 5-11 overall.[68] He appeared in 15 games with 13 starts, passing for 3,529 yards, 20 touchdowns, and 13 interceptions while posting a 5-8 record in his starts.[2] His performance earned him the Dolphins' Dan Marino MVP award, recognizing his role in preventing the team from posting one of the worst records in NFL history.[69] Fitzpatrick opened the 2020 season as the starter, guiding the Dolphins to a 3-3 record in his first six appearances before being replaced by rookie Tua Tagovailoa in Week 7.[70] He returned for one start later in the year, finishing with seven starts overall, 2,091 passing yards, 13 touchdowns, and eight interceptions in nine games, contributing to a 4-3 mark in his outings.[2] The Dolphins improved to 10-6 and earned a playoff berth, their first since 2016.[71] Throughout the season, Fitzpatrick mentored Tagovailoa, providing guidance on preparation and the quarterback role during the rookie's transition to starter.[72] His contract expired after the 2020 season, and Fitzpatrick became a free agent, signing with the Washington Football Team in March 2021.[73] In January 2025, following his retirement, Fitzpatrick publicly discussed Brian Flores' leadership style during his tenure as head coach of the Dolphins. He described Flores as initially "likable" and "relatable," noting that he demanded a lot from players while getting the best out of them.[74][75] However, Fitzpatrick stated that Flores "became a dictator" by the end of his time there, becoming "unrecognizable" and alienating himself from the staff, burning bridges and making it difficult to obtain positive references from former colleagues.[76][74] He expressed concerns about Flores' interpersonal issues, drawing implicit comparisons to figures like Josh McDaniels through references to imitating Bill Belichick, and reiterated past criticisms of how Flores handled quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, claiming it "broke" the young player.[76] These comments arose amid speculation about Flores' potential return to an NFL head coaching role, with Fitzpatrick advising teams to consider "which version of Brian Flores" they would be hiring.[74]

Washington Football Team (2021)

On March 15, 2021, Fitzpatrick signed a one-year contract worth $10 million with the Washington Football Team, marking his ninth NFL franchise.[77] He was named the Week 1 starting quarterback following his two seasons with the Miami Dolphins, where he offered veteran guidance to younger players.[78] In the season opener against the Los Angeles Chargers on September 12, Fitzpatrick started and completed 3 of 6 passes for 13 yards before exiting in the second quarter with a hip subluxation injury.[79] The injury required him to be placed on injured reserve, and he did not return for the rest of the season, ultimately undergoing arthroscopic hip surgery on December 7.[80] With his start in Washington, Fitzpatrick became the first quarterback in NFL history to start a game for nine different teams.[11] The team finished the 2021 season with a 7–10 record under backup Taylor Heinicke.[81]

Retirement and legacy

Retirement announcement

On June 2, 2022, Ryan Fitzpatrick announced his retirement from the NFL after 17 seasons, having made 147 starts across nine teams. The news was first shared through a unique text message to over 850 former teammates, compiled into a word cloud by Fitzpatrick and his son, expressing gratitude for their support throughout his career. This personal approach highlighted his appreciation for the relationships built during his journeyman tenure.[82] In subsequent reflections, Fitzpatrick emphasized his thankfulness to his family and the fans who followed his nomadic path, noting the emotional weight of stepping away after such an extensive professional journey. He described the decision as one made with family priorities in mind, particularly after remaining unsigned following a season-ending hip injury with the Washington Football Team in 2021, which he later called a "blessing in disguise" that previewed life beyond football. Although he briefly considered a potential return to the league, Fitzpatrick ultimately chose to prioritize time with his seven children over pursuing another opportunity.[82][83] At the time, Fitzpatrick disclosed no immediate post-retirement plans, instead focusing on the closure of his playing days. He humorously underscored the iconic status of his signature beard, stating it would remain a staple as it had become synonymous with his on-field persona and a point of affection for his family. This lighthearted note encapsulated his retrospective outlook on a career defined by resilience and adaptability.[82]

Career statistics

Ryan Fitzpatrick played in 166 regular season games over 17 seasons, making 147 starts as a quarterback for nine different NFL teams. His career passing statistics include 3,072 completions on 5,060 attempts for 34,990 yards, 223 touchdowns, 169 interceptions, a 60.7% completion percentage, and an 82.3 passer rating.[2] In addition to his passing prowess, Fitzpatrick contributed significantly on the ground, rushing for 2,625 yards and 21 touchdowns on 574 carries.[2] He did not appear in any playoff games during his career.[2]

Passing Statistics (Regular Season)

YearTeamGamesStartsCompletionsAttemptsYardsTouchdownsInterceptionsCompletion %Passer Rating
2005STL43761357774856.358.2
2006STL1000000——
2007CIN1000000——
2008CIN13122213721,9058959.470.0
2009BUF1081272271,42291056.069.7
2010BUF13132554413,000231557.881.8
2011BUF16163535693,832242362.079.1
2012BUF16163065053,400241660.683.3
2013TEN1192173502,454141262.082.0
2014HOU12121973122,48317863.195.3
2015NYJ16163355623,905311559.688.0
2016NYJ14112284032,710121756.669.6
2017TB63961631,1037358.986.0
2018TB871642462,366171266.7100.4
2019MIA15133115023,529201361.985.5
2020MIA971832672,09113868.595.6
2021WAS1136130050.056.2
Career9 teams1661473,0725,06034,99022316960.782.3
Fitzpatrick's passing production varied by team, with his highest yardage totals coming during stints with the Buffalo Bills (10,654 yards over four seasons) and the New York Jets (6,615 yards in two seasons).[2]

Rushing Statistics (Regular Season)

YearTeamGamesCarriesYardsYards per CarryTouchdownsLongest Rush
2005STL414644.6215
2006STL1300.001
2007CIN100—0—
2008CIN13603045.1218
2009BUF10311414.5118
2010BUF13402696.7028
2011BUF16562153.8015
2012BUF16481974.1114
2013TEN11432255.2321
2014HOU12501843.7218
2015NYJ16602704.5218
2016NYJ14331303.9017
2017TB615785.2017
2018TB8361524.2212
2019MIA15542434.5431
2020MIA9301515.0218
2021WAS1122.002
Career9 teams1665742,6254.62131
His rushing totals highlight his mobility as a quarterback, particularly with the Miami Dolphins (394 yards and 6 touchdowns in two seasons) and the Buffalo Bills (822 yards over four seasons).[2]

Awards, honors, and records

Fitzpatrick earned several individual accolades during his NFL career, though he never received All-Pro honors or a Pro Bowl selection. His most notable award was the AFC Offensive Player of the Month for September 2011, when he led the Buffalo Bills to a 3-0 start, completing 72 of 111 passes for 841 yards and nine touchdowns.[34] He was also named AFC Offensive Player of the Week on multiple occasions, including Week 13 of 2014 for a six-touchdown performance with the Houston Texans, Week 14 and Week 16 of 2015 with the New York Jets, and Week 16 of 2019 with the Miami Dolphins. In 2019, Fitzpatrick was voted the Dolphins' Most Valuable Player after throwing for 3,529 yards and 20 touchdowns while leading the team in rushing with 243 yards and four scores.[84] As a journeyman quarterback, Fitzpatrick holds unique NFL honors related to his longevity across teams. He started games for nine different franchises—the St. Louis Rams, Cincinnati Bengals, Buffalo Bills, Tennessee Titans, Houston Texans, New York Jets, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Miami Dolphins, and Washington Football Team—more than any other player in league history.[2] Additionally, he is the only quarterback to throw a passing touchdown for eight different teams, achieving this feat with all but Washington.[2] Fitzpatrick won games against 22 different NFL franchises (regular season and playoffs), per Pro-Football-Reference quarterback wins vs. teams data. This reflects his extensive career across nine teams but limited overall success in accumulating wins against the league's full slate of opponents.[85] Fitzpatrick set several franchise records and notable NFL marks. With the Texans in 2014, he established a single-game franchise record by throwing six touchdown passes in a 45-21 win over the Titans, completing 24 of 33 passes for 358 yards without an interception.[86] In 2015, he set the Jets' single-season passing touchdown record with 31, surpassing Vinny Testaverde's mark of 29 from 1998.[87] During his time with the Bills, he threw the longest touchdown pass in franchise history, a 98-yard completion to Terrell Owens in 2009. On a league-wide level, he became the first quarterback to throw for 400 or more passing yards in three consecutive games in 2018 with the Buccaneers, totaling 1,215 yards over a loss to the Saints, a win against the Eagles, and a loss to the Steelers.[60]

Post-NFL career

Broadcasting roles

Following his retirement from the NFL in 2022, Ryan Fitzpatrick transitioned into broadcasting without any prior media experience.[88] In June 2022, he was hired by Amazon Prime Video as a color analyst for its Thursday Night Football coverage, specifically contributing to pregame, halftime, and postgame segments.[88][89] His debut occurred on September 15, 2022, during the season opener between the Los Angeles Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs.[90] Fitzpatrick provided analysis for all regular-season Thursday Night Football games in the 2022, 2023, and 2024 seasons, working alongside hosts like Charissa Thompson and fellow analysts Tony Gonzalez and Richard Sherman.[91] His commentary drew praise for delivering quarterback-specific insights drawn from his 17-year NFL career, as well as injecting humor into discussions, often highlighted by his energetic style and references to his "FitzMagic" persona.[90][92] In 2024, Fitzpatrick's role expanded to include additional studio appearances beyond the standard game coverage, along with tie-ins to his podcast "Fitz & Whit," co-hosted with former NFL offensive tackle Andrew Whitworth, where he offered extended breakdowns of weekly NFL matchups.[93][94] This extension of his duties was supported by a three-year contract renewal announced in September 2024, securing his position through the 2027 season.[93] In November 2025, Fitzpatrick debuted as a color analyst for Westwood One Sports' radio coverage of a Monday Night Football game between the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers, paired with play-by-play announcer Ryan Radtke.[95]

Other professional ventures

Following his NFL retirement in 2022, Ryan Fitzpatrick became a prominent spokesman for DraftKings Sportsbook, appearing in multiple promotional campaigns starting in 2023 that highlighted his "FitzMagic" persona from his playing days.[96] In August 2023, he starred alongside comedian Kevin Hart in ads tied to the NFL season launch, promoting offers like "No Sweat Bets" and the brand's new tagline "The crown is yours," which aimed to attract new betting customers through his charismatic quarterback image.[97] These commercials, including spots for profit boosts and special NFL week promotions, aired nationally and emphasized Fitzpatrick's on-field unpredictability to engage sports fans.[98] In 2024, Fitzpatrick expanded into podcasting as co-host of "Fitz & Whit," launched on October 25 alongside former NFL offensive tackle Andrew Whitworth, with the first episode airing on October 28. The weekly show, produced in partnership with their shared experience at Amazon's Thursday Night Football broadcasts, features breakdowns of major NFL games, locker-room anecdotes from their combined 33 years in the league, and interviews with guests like players and coaches.[99] Episodes often blend humor and analysis, recapping weekly highlights and shenanigans, and have been distributed on platforms such as Apple Podcasts and Spotify.[94] Fitzpatrick has not pursued full-time coaching roles post-retirement, instead focusing on media and endorsement opportunities that leverage his NFL expertise.[100]

Personal life

Fitzpatrick married Liza Barber, whom he met while both were students at Harvard University, on June 24, 2006.[101] The couple has seven children: three sons—Brady (born March 2007), Tate (born January 2009), and Jake (born January 2019)—and four daughters—Lucy (born March 2011), Maizy (born January 2013), Zoey (born April 2015), and Ruby (born March 2017). Each child was born in a different city, corresponding to Fitzpatrick's NFL team locations at the time: Brady in St. Louis, Missouri; Tate in Cincinnati, Ohio; Lucy in Arizona; Maizy in upstate New York; Zoey in Houston, Texas; Ruby in New Jersey; and Jake in Tampa, Florida.[102] Fitzpatrick has credited his family's support, particularly his wife's, for helping them navigate the frequent relocations throughout his career. His commitment to family played a significant role in his decision to retire in 2022, allowing him to prioritize time with his children. The family maintains a low social media presence.[13][14] Fitzpatrick has been involved in various philanthropic efforts, including receiving the Ed Block Courage Award and participating in charity initiatives such as the NFL's My Cause My Cleats campaign supporting GiGi's Playhouse in December 2024, as well as donating to charities linked to the Buffalo Bills, like a $12,000 contribution in November 2024 to offset a teammate's fine.[103][104][105]

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