Date of Birth: November 24, 1982
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Biography
Ryan Joseph Fitzpatrick, known fondly as “Fitzmagic” or “Fitztragic” for his often unpredictable play, is a former American football quarterback who played 17 seasons in the National Football League (NFL). Born in Gilbert, Arizona, Fitzpatrick attended Highland High School before heading to Harvard University, where he played college football. He was drafted by the St. Louis Rams in the seventh round of the 2005 NFL Draft. Throughout his career, Fitzpatrick played for multiple teams including the St. Louis Rams, Cincinnati Bengals, Buffalo Bills, Tennessee Titans, Houston Texans, New York Jets, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Miami Dolphins, and Washington Football Team. Known for his intelligence and scoring prowess, Fitzpatrick became the first NFL quarterback to throw for over 400 yards in three consecutive games in 2018. After a long and varied career, Fitzpatrick announced his retirement in June 2022.
5 Interesting Facts about Ryan Fitzpatrick
1. Fitzpatrick scored the highest-ever Wonderlic score for an NFL quarterback, recording a 48 out of 50.
2. He became the first player in NFL history to throw for touchdowns with eight different teams.
3. Fitzpatrick was named the AFC Offensive Player of the Week multiple times during his career.
4. He was known for his impressive beard, which became a signature part of his appearance.
5. Fitzpatrick’s career passing yards totaled over 34,000, placing him among the top 50 all-time NFL passing leaders.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Ryan Fitzpatrick
1. “I’m just living in the moment and enjoying every second of it.”
2. “I’ve always been a guy that’s been a bit of an underdog.”
3. “It’s not about the money, it’s about the love of the game.”
4. “I’ve been fortunate enough to play for a long time, and I feel like I’ve given it all I have.”
5. “I just try to be myself and play the game the way I know how.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Ryan Fitzpatrick’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $25 million.
Children
Ryan Fitzpatrick and his wife, Liza Barber, have seven children together: Brady, Tate, Lucy, Maizy, Zoey, Ruby, and Jake.
Relevant Links
1. [Ryan Fitzpatrick’s NFL Profile](https://www.nfl.com/players/ryan-fitzpatrick/
3. [ESPN Profile](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/8651/ryan-fitzpatrick
