New Orleans Saints right tackle Ryan Ramczyk has officially announced his retirement from the NFL at age 30, concluding a remarkable career that saw him rise from Division III football to become one of the league’s premier offensive linemen. New Orleans Saints
Ramczyk made the announcement via Instagram on Thursday night, reflecting on his unconventional journey and expressing gratitude to his coaches, teammates, and fans. Canal Street Chronicles
Drafted 32nd overall in the 2017 NFL Draft by the Saints, Ramczyk quickly established himself as a cornerstone of the team’s offensive line. He earned recognition as part of the PFWA All-Rookie Team, two Second-team All-Pro selections (2018, 2020), and one First-team All-Pro honor (2019), becoming only the second Saints tackle, after William Roaf, to be named AP All-Pro three times. Reddit+10Canal Street Chronicles+10Wikipedia, la enciclopedia libre+10
However, Ramczyk’s career was marred by a persistent knee cartilage defect that began affecting him in 2021. Despite efforts to manage the condition, including surgery in 2024, he was sidelined for the entire 2024 season. His final game was a 28-6 Saints win against the Carolina Panthers on December 10, 2023. Canal Street Chronicles+1ESPN.com+1ESPN.com
In his retirement announcement, Ramczyk expressed excitement about spending more time with his family, especially his two young sons. He also thanked his alma maters, UW-Stevens Point and UW-Madison, for their roles in his development. Canal Street Chronicles+1Wikipedia, la enciclopedia libre+1
Notably, earlier in the day, the NFL had announced that Ramczyk would represent the Saints at the upcoming NFL Draft in Green Bay to announce the team’s Day 2 picks. Canal Street Chronicles
Ramczyk’s retirement marks the end of a significant era for the Saints’ offensive line, leaving a legacy of resilience and excellence.
