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Ryan Paul Nassib (born March 10, 1990) is an American former professional football player who was a quarterback in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Syracuse Orange. He was selected by the New York Giants in the fourth round of the 2013 NFL draft. He was also a member of the Jacksonville Jaguars.

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College career

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Nassib received an athletic scholarship to attend Syracuse University, where he played for the Syracuse Orange football team from 2008 to 2012. He redshirted the 2008 season, sitting on the bench behind Cameron Dantley. Nassib was named as Syracuse's new starting quarterback during 2009 spring practices, jumping over Dantley and Andrew Robinson.[1] After just one week of fall practice, however, head coach Doug Marrone named Duke transfer Greg Paulus as the team's 2009 starter.[2] Backing up Paulus, Nassib played 10 games during the 2009 season where he played a role in specific offensive packages against Minnesota and Northwestern. Against Penn State, he completed 4-of-5 passes for 30 yards, including his first completion on his first career pass. He ended the 2009 season throwing for 422 yards and three touchdowns with a 116.69 QB rating.[3]

Nassib in 2010

With the departure of Paulus, Ryan moved up the depth chart as he became the starter for the Orange for the 2010 season. Nassib threw at least one touchdown pass in eleven games as he tied for fourth on Syracuse's single-season record list with 19 touchdown passes. At Akron, Nassib led Syracuse to its first season-opening victory since 2003 as he threw for 229 yards and two touchdowns on 17 of 27 completions. Against Washington, he completed 17 of 35 passes for 202 yards and a touchdown as he also ran for 39 yards and one touchdown on seven carries. His 28-yard rushing touchdown was the first of his career. Against Maine, Nassib set a school record with five touchdown passes. Nassib piloted a 98-yard scoring drive in the fourth quarter and a three-yard touchdown completion to Marcus Sales to win the game against South Florida. The Orange finished the 2010 season with a 7–5 record and a Pinstripe Bowl win with Ryan completing 13–21 pass attempts for 239 yards and three touchdowns, including a career long 52-yard completion. [citation needed]

In the 2011 season, he set the Syracuse single-season records for completion (259) and passing yards (2,685) and tied the mark for touchdown passes in one season (22). Down 15 points in the season opener against Wake Forest, Nassib led the Orange to a comeback win in overtime with a 4-yard touchdown pass to Van Chew. He finished the game completing 20 of 28 passes and 178 yards, including 8 consecutive passes in the fourth quarter and overtime. Nassib earned Big East Weekly Honor Roll recognition with a 25 for 37, 230 yard, one touchdown performance against USC. Nassib was once again named to the Big East Weekly Honor Roll against Toledo as he completed 16 of 24 passes for 213 yards and two touchdowns in an overtime victory. Although Syracuse ended the 2011 season with a disappointing 5–7 record, Nassib had a decent season as he had a .624 pass completion percentage record, 2,724 yards of total offense ranks second and 223.8 average passing yards.

Nassib started the 2012 season strong against Northwestern completing 45 of 66 passes for 482 yards and four touchdown passes as the Orange lost by a score of 41–42. His performance earned him Big East Offensive Player of the Week honors as he set Big East records for pass completions, pass attempts, and passing yards. Against the undefeated Louisville Cardinals in his last game at the Carrier Dome, Nassib led the Orange to a 45–26 victory as he completed 15 of 23 passes for 246 yards and 3 touchdown passes. With wins against Missouri and Temple, the Orange had a 7–5 record and were bowl-eligible. Syracuse beat West Virginia 38–14 in the Pinstripe Bowl. In his final college game, Nassib completed 12 of 24 passing attempts for 134 yards, 1 interception, and 2 touchdown passes. Nassib was named the National Football Foundation National Scholar-Athlete Award winner presented by Fidelity Investments and he also made the 2012 Capital One Academic All-District Team selection. The senior signal was named a to Pro Football Weekly's 2012 All-America Team. Nassib finished his career with Syracuse breaking the school total passing yards record (9,060), pass completions (780), and passing yards per game (201.3). Nassib became the fourth Big East quarterback to pass for more than 9,000 yards. [citation needed]

College statistics

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Season G Cmp Att Pct Yds TD Int Lng Y/G Rtg
Syracuse Orange
2009 10 36 68 52.9 422 3 1 50 42.2 116.7
2010 13 202 358 56.4 2,334 19 8 52 179.5 124.2
2011 12 259 415 62.4 2,685 22 9 62 238.8 129.9
2012 13 294 471 62.4 3,749 26 10 68 288.4 143.3
Career 38 791 1312 58.5 9,235 70 28 68 115.1 128.5

Source: [4]

Professional career

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Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split 20-yard shuttle Three-cone drill Vertical jump Broad jump Wonderlic
6 ft 2 in
(1.88 m)		 227 lb
(103 kg)		 5.06 s 1.83 s 2.96 s 4.53 s 7.34 s 28+1⁄2 in
(0.72 m)		 8 ft 9 in
(2.67 m)		 41[5]
All values from NFL Combine[6]

New York Giants

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Nassib was selected with the 110th overall pick in the fourth round of the 2013 NFL draft by the New York Giants.[7] He was the primary backup to starting quarterback Eli Manning.[8]

Nassib made his NFL debut in the 2014 NFL season in a 45–14 win over the Washington Redskins in Week 4.[9]

Nassib with the Giants in 2016

On December 27, 2015, in a 49–17 loss to the Minnesota Vikings, Nassib threw his first NFL touchdown pass to wide receiver Myles White in the fourth quarter.[10] He finished the game passing 5-for-5, 68 yards, and one touchdown, along with a 158.3 perfect passer rating.

Nassib was placed on injured reserve on December 20, 2016.[11]

New Orleans Saints

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On June 12, 2017, Nassib signed a contract with the New Orleans Saints.[12] He was released on September 2, 2017.[13]

Jacksonville Jaguars

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On September 18, 2017, Nassib was signed by the Jacksonville Jaguars.[14] He was released on October 7.[15]

NFL statistics

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Year Team GP GS Passing Rushing
Cmp Att Pct Yds Y/A TD Int Rtg Att Yds Avg TD
2013 NYG 0 0 DNP
2014 NYG 4 0 4 5 80.0 60 12.0 0 0 116.7 2 -3 -1.5 0
2015 NYG 1 0 5 5 100.0 68 13.6 1 0 158.3 0 0 0.0 0
2016 NYG 0 0 DNP
Career 5 0 9 10 90.0 128 12.8 1 0 152.1 2 -3 -1.5 0

Source:[16]

Personal life

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Nassib is married to Madeline Paolantonio.[17] He is the son of Mary and Gilbert Nassib. His father played tight end at the University of Delaware. He has four siblings: two younger brothers, John and Carl, and two sisters, Carey and Paige. Carl was drafted in the third round of the 2016 NFL draft by the Cleveland Browns[18] while John is a former defensive end for the University of Delaware.[19]

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Ryan Nassib (born March 10, 1990) is an American former professional football quarterback who played for the and had a brief career in the (). At , Nassib set multiple school records during his tenure from 2009 to 2012, including single-season marks for completions (259), passing yards (2,685), and tying the record for touchdown passes (22) in 2011. Over his entire college career, he amassed 9,190 passing yards, 791 completions, and 70 touchdown passes, ranking first in completions, second in passing yards and touchdown passes, and second in completion percentage (60.3%). Additionally, Nassib maintained a 3.57 GPA while excelling on the field, earning recognition as a National Football Foundation Scholar-Athlete in 2012. Selected by the in the fourth round (110th overall) of the , Nassib spent four seasons with the team from 2013 to 2016, primarily as a backup quarterback. He appeared in five NFL games with the Giants, four in 2014 and one in 2015, completing 9 of 10 passes for 128 yards and one touchdown with no interceptions. After being released by the Giants, Nassib briefly joined the ' practice squad in 2017 before signing with the ' active roster later that year, though he did not see game action with either team. His last NFL appearance was in 2015, marking the end of his professional playing career.

Early life and education

High school career

Ryan Nassib was born on March 10, 1990, in , and attended in . Nassib played for the Malvern Prep Friars from 2005 to 2007, serving as the starting signal-caller during his junior and senior seasons. Under his leadership, the Friars captured the Inter-Ac League in 2007. In his junior year of 2006, Nassib completed 68 of 130 passes for 1,402 yards and 17 touchdowns. His senior season in 2007 saw him go 79 of 144 for 1,237 yards and 8 touchdowns, performances that earned him first-team all-league honors and third-team all-city recognition. Over his high school career, he amassed 2,657 passing yards. Beyond football, Nassib competed in for the Friars, highlighting his multi-sport versatility. For his excellence across athletics, he was named the Main Line Times 2007-08 Athlete of the Year for boys at private schools. Nassib also excelled academically at Malvern Prep, earning distinction as one of the top students in his graduating class while balancing his athletic commitments. His high school achievements drew recruitment interest from several college programs, leading to his commitment to .

College commitment to Syracuse

Ryan Nassib, a standout at Malvern Prep in , drew interest from multiple Division I programs during his high school career. He received scholarship offers from several notable schools, including Florida State, , Louisville, and Rutgers. On May 22, 2007, Nassib verbally committed to , marking him as an early addition to the Orange's 2008 recruiting class under head coach Greg Robinson. Nassib formalized his commitment by signing a with Syracuse on February 6, 2008. The relatively close proximity of , to his hometown in —approximately a four-hour drive—made the program an appealing choice for the native. Additionally, Syracuse's offensive system, which featured elements suited to a pocket passer with a strong arm like Nassib's, aligned well with his playing style as a pro-style . Upon enrolling at in the fall of 2008, Nassib ultimately pursued a double major in and at the Martin J. Whitman School of Management, graduating in May 2012. To aid his transition to , Nassib redshirted the 2008 season, using the year to build strength, refine his mechanics, and acclimate to the higher level of competition without burning a year of eligibility. Academically, Nassib excelled alongside his athletic development, maintaining a cumulative GPA above 3.0 throughout his time at Syracuse. His strong performance in the classroom earned him spots on the Big East All-Academic Football Team in multiple years, a four-time selection (2009-2012), recognizing his balance of scholarly achievement and athletic participation. He finished with a 3.57 GPA upon , further highlighting his dedication to academics.

College career

Playing years at Syracuse

Nassib began his playing career at Syracuse as a in , serving primarily as the backup to Andrew Robinson following Greg Paulus's midseason departure. He appeared in 10 games, completing 36 of 68 passes for 422 yards with 3 touchdowns and 1 interception, often contributing in specific offensive packages such as against and Northwestern. In 2010, Nassib transitioned to the starting role as a junior, leading the Orange to an 8-5 record and a berth in the , which they won 36-34 over Kansas State. He threw for 2,334 yards with 19 touchdowns and 8 interceptions on 202 completions out of 358 attempts, setting a single-season record for completions at the time. His performance earned him Big East Offensive Player of the Week honors twice, including after a 229-yard, 2-touchdown effort in the season-opening win over Akron. As a senior in 2011, Nassib started all 12 games, passing for 2,685 yards with 22 and 9 interceptions on 259 of 415 attempts, tying the Syracuse single-season record for touchdown passes previously set by and . Despite the team's 5-7 finish, he established school records for completions and passing yards in a season, demonstrating growth in his role as the primary offensive leader. Nassib's senior year in 2012 marked his most prolific season, as he threw for a school-record 3,749 yards with 26 touchdowns—another Syracuse record—and 10 interceptions on 294 of 471 attempts, earning him the team's award at the postseason banquet. He led the Orange to a 7-6 record, culminating in a 38-14 victory over in the at , where he contributed 130 passing yards and 2 touchdowns despite challenging snowy conditions. Over his career, Nassib showed marked improvement in accuracy, rising from 56.4% completion in 2010 to 62.4% in both 2011 and 2012, along with better decision-making evidenced by a career touchdown-to-interception of 70:28. He capped his college tenure by participating in the 2013 , enhancing his visibility ahead of the NFL Draft.

College statistics

Ryan Nassib appeared in 48 games over four seasons at from 2009 to 2012, starting 38 of them. His career passing totals include 791 completions on 1,312 attempts for 9,190 yards, 70 touchdowns, and 28 interceptions, with a 60.3% completion percentage. Nassib also added 242 rushing yards and 5 rushing touchdowns during his collegiate career. The following table provides a year-by-year breakdown of his passing statistics:
YearGames (Started)CompletionsAttemptsYardsTouchdownsInterceptions
200910 (0)366842231116.7
201013 (13)2023582,334198124.2
201112 (12)2594152,685229129.9
201213 (13)2944713,7492610143.3
Career: 48 (38), 791, 1,312, 9,190, 70, 28, 131.5 In bowl games, Nassib appeared in two s, completing 25 of 45 passes for 377 yards and 5 touchdowns with 1 . For example, in the 2012 against , he went 12-for-24 for 138 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 1 .

Professional career

2013 NFL Draft and New York Giants

The selected Ryan Nassib in the fourth round (110th overall) of the . To secure the pick, the Giants traded their fourth-round selection (116th overall) and sixth-round selection (187th overall) to the , who had originally acquired the 110th pick from the earlier in the draft process. Nassib was one of four quarterbacks chosen in the fourth round, joining (98th overall, ), Tyler Wilson (112th overall, ), and (115th overall, ). Pre-draft evaluations projected him as a mid-round prospect, praising his above-average arm strength for making throws with velocity but noting concerns over inconsistent footwork and limited elite mobility. Nassib signed a four-year rookie contract with the Giants worth $2.613 million, including a of $453,600. He entered the league as the third-string quarterback behind starter and backup . During the 2013 and 2014 seasons, Nassib primarily contributed on the practice squad and in preseason games, with limited regular-season opportunities. In the 2014 preseason, he appeared in all four games, completing 44 of 74 passes for 588 yards, five touchdowns, and no interceptions, helping the Giants secure several comeback wins. In the 2014 regular season, Nassib appeared in four games, completing 4 of 5 passes for 60 yards, all in a Week 6 relief appearance against the on October 12. In 2015, Nassib appeared in one regular-season game, entering in relief of against the Minnesota Vikings on December 27 and completing 5 of 5 passes for 68 yards and 1 . Nassib's 2016 season was cut short by ; after participating in and preseason, he was placed on injured reserve on December 20 due to an elbow issue.

New Orleans Saints and Jacksonville Jaguars

After being released by the during the 2017 offseason, Nassib signed with the on June 13, 2017, as an unrestricted free agent. He joined the quarterback group behind starter and backup , with Garrett Grayson as the other reserve, positioning Nassib as a third-string option during and preseason. Nassib did not appear in any preseason games for the Saints and was released on September 2, 2017, as part of final roster cuts. On September 18, 2017, shortly after his release from New Orleans, Nassib signed with the ' active roster, reuniting him with head coach , who had coached him at . In Jacksonville, he served as the third-string behind and , focusing on practice duties and scout team work without entering any regular-season games. The Jaguars released Nassib on October 7, 2017, to make room for another player. Following his release from Jacksonville, Nassib became an unrestricted but did not sign with another team, effectively concluding his active playing in the league.

NFL career statistics

Nassib appeared in five regular-season games over two seasons with the , completing 9 of 10 pass attempts for 128 yards with 1 and 0 interceptions, resulting in a of 152.1. His rushing contributions were negligible, with 2 carries for -3 yards and no touchdowns. The following table summarizes his regular-season passing statistics:
YearTeamGamesStartsCompletionsAttemptsCompletion %YardsTDsINTsPasser Rating
2014NYG404580.06000116.7
2015NYG1055100.06810158.3
Career5091090.012810152.1
Nassib had more substantial participation in NFL preseason games, where he compiled notable statistics; for instance, in 2014, he completed 44 of 74 attempts for 588 yards, 5 touchdowns, and 0 interceptions across four games.

Personal life

Family and marriage

Ryan Nassib was born on March 10, 1990, in West Chester, Pennsylvania, to parents Gilbert "Gil" Nassib and Mary Nassib, both former college athletes. His father played tight end at the University of Delaware, while his mother competed in basketball there. Nassib grew up in a close-knit family that emphasized athletic achievement and academic success, attending Catholic schools including SS. Simon and Jude in West Chester and later Malvern Preparatory School, where he starred in football. He has four siblings: younger brothers John, who played defensive line at the University of Delaware, and Carl; and sisters Carey and Paige. Nassib's brother Carl followed a similar path into professional football as a , playing in the from 2016 to 2023 with the , , and . In June 2021, Carl became the first active player to publicly come out as gay, a milestone that highlighted the family's supportive environment. The brothers' parallel careers in underscored the athletic legacy passed down from their parents, with Ryan often noting the competitive yet encouraging dynamic among siblings. Nassib married his longtime girlfriend, Maddie Paolantonio, on March 4, 2016, in St. Thomas, U.S. . The couple has two children. Throughout his career, Nassib has credited his family's unwavering support for his development as both a student-athlete and professional, describing his parents as the "backbone" and praising the role his siblings played in fostering resilience and humility.

Post-NFL career and activities

After retiring from the following his time with the in 2017, Ryan Nassib transitioned to business pursuits, leveraging his undergraduate background in and from . Nassib enrolled in the Herbert Business School's MBA program in 2016, balancing coursework with his ongoing football commitments through a specialized initiative for current and former players. He completed the degree around 2020. In his professional career post-football, Nassib joined Hamilton Lane, a global private markets firm, as a direct analyst, focusing on and opportunities. As of 2025, he remains active in the sector in the United States, emphasizing professional growth in . He has no involvement in coaching or returning to playing and prioritizes family alongside his .

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