Ryan Mallett was an American football quarterback who played in the NFL. He was drafted by the New England Patriots and also spent time with the Houston Texans and Baltimore Ravens.
June 5, 1988: Birth of Ryan Mallett
Ryan Michael Mallett was born on June 5, 1988. He would go on to play football in the NFL.
1993: Patriots Draft History
The New England Patriots drafted Drew Bledsoe first overall in the 1993 NFL Draft. This was the highest they had drafted a quarterback until Ryan Mallett in 2011.
2006: Ryan Mallett Named Gatorade Player of the Year
Ryan Mallett's exceptional skills on the field earned him the title of Gatorade Player of the Year in Texas in 2006.
2007: Ryan Mallett Sets Michigan Passing Record
During the 2007 season, Ryan Mallett threw a 97-yard touchdown pass while playing for Michigan, setting a record for the longest pass completion in the team's history.
2007: Ryan Mallett's Debut at Michigan
In 2007, Ryan Mallett made his first appearance for the Michigan Wolverines, stepping in for injured Chad Henne. He had a notable performance against Notre Dame, leading the team to victory.
2007: Ryan Mallett Wins Glenn Davis Army Award
Ryan Mallett participated in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl in 2007, where his performance earned him the Glenn Davis Army Award, recognizing him as the best player on the West team.
January 14, 2008: Ryan Mallett Transfers to Arkansas
On January 14, 2008, Ryan Mallett decided to transfer to the University of Arkansas due to a coaching change at Michigan. His transfer meant he was ineligible to play during the 2008 season because of NCAA rules.
March 1, 2009: Ryan Mallett Arrested for Public Intoxication
On March 1, 2009, Ryan Mallett was arrested for public intoxication. He pleaded guilty to the misdemeanor charge on April 3, 2009.
April 3, 2009: Ryan Mallett Pleads Guilty
Ryan Mallett entered a guilty plea in connection with his March 1 arrest for public intoxication.
2009: Ryan Mallett Starts for Arkansas
In 2009, Ryan Mallett began his journey as the starting quarterback for the Arkansas Razorbacks after sitting out the previous season due to NCAA transfer regulations.
2009: Ryan Mallett Sets Records at Arkansas
During the 2009 season, Ryan Mallett had several standout games for Arkansas, setting single-game school records for passing yardage and touchdowns.
February 17, 2010: Ryan Mallett Suffers Foot Injury
Ryan Mallett experienced a setback on February 17, 2010, when he sustained a foot injury during a conditioning drill, requiring surgery.
September 4, 2010: Ryan Mallett Sets Completion Percentage Record
In a game against Tennessee Tech on September 4, 2010, Ryan Mallett achieved a remarkable feat by setting an Arkansas school record for completion percentage in a single game.
2010: Ryan Mallett Wins Liberty Bowl MVP
In 2010, Ryan Mallett led the Arkansas Razorbacks to victory in the Liberty Bowl and was named the game's Offensive MVP.
2010: Heisman Trophy Contender
In 2010, Ryan Mallett was a finalist for the Heisman Trophy, ultimately finishing seventh in the voting.
2010: Ryan Mallett Returns to Arkansas
Ryan Mallett made the decision to return to Arkansas for his junior season instead of entering the 2010 NFL draft.
January 6, 2011: Declares for 2011 NFL Draft
On January 6, 2011, after finishing seventh in Heisman Trophy voting, Ryan Mallett decided to skip his senior year at Arkansas and enter the NFL Draft.
2011: Drafted by New England Patriots
Projected as a first-round pick, Ryan Mallett was drafted in the third round of the 2011 NFL Draft by the New England Patriots. He was the highest-drafted quarterback by the Patriots since Drew Bledsoe in 1993.
2011: Rookie Season with Patriots
Ryan Mallett spent his rookie season (2011) as the third-string quarterback for the Patriots, behind Tom Brady and Brian Hoyer. He played in the preseason but was inactive for most of the regular season and playoffs.
October 28, 2012: First Regular Season Appearance
Ryan Mallett took his first NFL snaps on October 28, 2012, in a game against the St. Louis Rams.
December 2012: First NFL Interception
In December 2012, during a game against the Houston Texans, Ryan Mallett threw his first NFL interception.
2014: First NFL Start and Season-Ending Injury
In 2014, Ryan Mallett started his first NFL game, throwing his first touchdown pass but later suffering a season-ending pectoral muscle tear.
2014: Patriots Draft Jimmy Garoppolo
In the second round of the 2014 NFL Draft, the New England Patriots drafted quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo.
December 15, 2015: Signs with Baltimore Ravens
Ryan Mallett signed with the Baltimore Ravens on December 15, 2015, following injuries to Ravens quarterbacks Joe Flacco and Matt Schaub.
December 27, 2015: Career-High Performance vs. Steelers
On December 27, 2015, Ryan Mallett had a career-high 274 passing yards and led the Ravens to a win over the Pittsburgh Steelers.
2015: Missed Practice with Texans
In 2015, after losing the starting quarterback competition to Brian Hoyer, Ryan Mallett missed a practice with the Texans, later explaining it was due to oversleeping.
2016: Backup Role in Baltimore
In 2016, Ryan Mallett served as the primary backup quarterback to Joe Flacco in Baltimore.
March 9, 2017: Contract Extension with Ravens
Ryan Mallett signed a one-year contract extension with the Baltimore Ravens on March 9, 2017.
September 10, 2019: DUI Arrest
Ryan Mallett was arrested for suspicion of driving while intoxicated in Arkansas on September 10, 2019, following a car accident.
2019: Attends XFL Showcase
Ryan Mallett attended the XFL Tampa Bay Summer Showcase in 2019 but was not drafted into the league.
April 16, 2020: Becomes High School Coach
On April 16, 2020, Ryan Mallett was announced as an assistant coach at Mountain Home High School in Arkansas.
2021: Plays in The Spring League
In 2021, Ryan Mallett played for The Spring League Generals.
2022: Head Coach at White Hall High School
In 2022, Ryan Mallett became the head football coach at White Hall High School in Arkansas.
June 27, 2023: Death of Ryan Mallett
On June 27, 2023, Ryan Mallett passed away. He was known for his time as an NFL quarterback.