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Dec 26, 2020; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) throws against the Las Vegas Raiders during the second half at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
USA Today via Reuters
Dec 26, 2020; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) throws against the Las Vegas Raiders during the second half at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
The legendary Ryan Fitzpatrick is retiring after a long career span of 17 years as a quarterback in the NFL. During his time in the league, he has started for nine different teams, which is the most for any player. The NFL world reacts to the news by showering heartwarming tweets and congratulating Fitzpatrick on a splendid journey.
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NFL Journalist Tom Pelissero has said that Ryan would be starting his career in Broadcasting. He wrote, “Ryan Fitzpatrick hangs it up after 17 NFL seasons, with broadcasting quite likely in his future.” NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport said that Fitzpatrick is in discussions with Amazon Prime Video for a prominent position in the company’s NFL coverage this season.
Ryan Fitzpatrick hangs it up after 17 NFL seasons, with broadcasting quite likely in his future. https://t.co/1CiQM713kC
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) June 2, 2022
Fred Jackson, a former running back for the Buffalo Bills, shared a message Ryan had sent to him.
Congrats on a Helluva career, Fitzy!! Loved sharing the field with you!! The gratitude is all mine!! #BillsMafia #fitzmagic pic.twitter.com/s7n4DsiLJ7
— Fred Jackson (@Fred22Jackson) June 2, 2022
The image shared by Ryan Fitzpatrick has the names of his teammates that he has played with in his entire career. Fred congratulated Fitzpatrick and said he loved sharing the field with him. Fred and Ryan were teammates at the Bills from 2009 to 2012.
Similar reactions came from other journalists, sports persons, and fans who pointed out the QB’s achievements throughout his 17-year-long career. Let us have a look at those Twitter reactions.
It’s hilarious that Ryan Fitzpatrick still has the best game by a Bucs quarterback against the Saints ever. 417 yards and 5 touchdowns against no picks is ridiculous. Crazy to think that was Tampa’s last regular season win against NO
— The Pewter Plank (@ThePewterPlank) June 2, 2022
I’ll go on record here and say Ryan Fitzpatrick will quickly emerge as a star in broadcasting. He’s brilliant, great sense of humor, self-deprecating & fearless. I hope he’s given the freedom to do whatever he wants to do. Excited to watch!
— Daniel Jeremiah (@MoveTheSticks) June 3, 2022
Ryan Fitzpatrick walks away from the NFL. Truly did it his way. I was always amazed how quickly he was able to relate and connect with new teammates at every stop. Guys just loved him for being exactly who he was. pic.twitter.com/YkibLEfgPE
— James Palmer (@JamesPalmerTV) June 2, 2022
Ryan Fitzpatrick detailing out the 40 seconds between snaps will always be hilarious 😂 pic.twitter.com/EYVxrveWDJ
— Warren Sharp (@SharpFootball) June 2, 2022
Ryan Fitzpatrick’s NFL debut was 1 of the best I have ever seen. Entered game after QB Jamie Martin (filling in for injured Marc Bulger) was hurt. Fitz’s Rams trailed 17-0 before he had 310 Pass yds, 3 TD in 33-27 OT win at Texans.
— Matt Pomeroy (@MattPomPom) June 2, 2022
I need Ryan Fitzpatrick to sign a one day contract with the Bills and retire the right way. There is only one fanbase that loves him properly…. #BillsMafia
— Jefe (@JSpenceTheKing) June 2, 2022
Some fun NFL records Ryan Fitzpatrick holds:
– most TD passes by an Ivy League grad: 223
– longest touchdown pass by a Bills player: 98 yards (vs Jags in 2009)
– first QB to throw 4 TD passes in a single game with 5 different teams— lindsey ok (@lindseyyok) June 2, 2022
If Ryan Fitzpatrick has retired, this is our final #NFL memory of him.
Shirtless at a #Bills playoff game, the one where they blew out the Patriots in the perfect offensive performance.
Via (@teeforton)
Legend. pic.twitter.com/o09NQaYrKC
— Jeff Kerr (@JeffKerrCBS) June 2, 2022
Ryan Fitzpatrick saw this and said “My work here is done.” pic.twitter.com/hY2Fy4hl2q
— Sully Engels (@sullyengels) June 2, 2022
The most touchdowns in a single season by a @nyjets qb with 30 was this guy. In 2015 he was great. Played hard and put himself out there. Thanks for the magic. Fitzmagic #ryanfitzpatrick was a fun season that year. Wish it ended with a playoff run bc that team was built for it. pic.twitter.com/5kjzktQLF0
— 𝑱̲̅𝒖̲̅𝒔̲̅𝒕̲̅𝒊̲̅𝒏̲̅ 48 (@Justin4ocho) June 2, 2022
Bidding a happy retirement to Fitzmagic. One of the biggest hearts in the league and the greatest mind out of Harvard since Ralph Waldo Emerson. #RyanFitzpatrick #BillsMafia https://t.co/BMpK7kKbth
— Brian Sherman (@BShermChannel) June 3, 2022
If it’s true…this guy was one of the greatest people I’ve ever worked with. Congrats on a great career. You make football fun. #RyanFitzpatrick pic.twitter.com/ZefGdLALVq
— Ben Steele (@Steele_Ben) June 3, 2022
Enjoy your retirement mr fitzmagic. Thanks for the magical year and half. You’re a gem of this sport and hope you go to tv. #RyanFitzpatrick pic.twitter.com/KEGeyluPf4
— YALL DONT KNOW BALL🍜💪(Mike McDaddy/Wilkins stan) (@Tranracialangel) June 3, 2022
Ryan Fitzpatrick played for these 9-teams and was nicknamed ‘Fitzmagic’
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Ryan Fitzpatrick played 166 games in his career, which he started in 147 of them. He threw for 34,990 yards and completed 60.7% of his passes with 223 touchdowns and 169 interceptions. He ran for 2,623 yards and completed 21 touchdowns.
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MIAMI, FL – AUGUST 22: Ryan Fitzpatrick #14 of the Miami Dolphins attempts a pass during the second quarter against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Hard Rock Stadium on August 22, 2019 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Eric Espada/Getty Images)
Moreover, throughout his career, he played for 9-teams – Los Angeles Rams, Cincinnati Bengals, Buffalo Bills, Tennessee Titans, Houston Texans, New York Jets, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Miami Dolphins, and Washington Commanders.
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Fitzpatrick’s career has been quite a ride, and he made very genuine fans throughout his journey. The quarterback was also nicknamed as FitzMagic while he played for Buffalo because of the magical games he won.
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