... coach. In 1999, he took over as the defensive line coach, and in 2000, got a Super Bowl ring for one of the best single season defenses in NFL history. Ryan was the line coach from 1999-2004 and when defensive coordinator Mike Nolan left for a head coaching job, Ryan took over as the coordinator. From 2005 to 2008, Ryan had great success, whether it be working strokes of genius on substitutions or using blitz packages to confuse offenses.

However, after the 2008 season, the 46-year old decided to leave the Ravens and look for a better job. Soon after the Ravens 23-14 AFC Championship loss, Ryan signed with the New York Jets, becoming their 16th head coach in franchise history. Right away, Ryan showed an aggressive approach.

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