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Ryan Leaf, former NFL quarterback turned motivational speaker and mentor, draws from his personal journey – from professional downfall to personal redemption – to offer guidance on navigating difficult relationships, especially in high-pressure environments. [Discover More About Ryan](https://theryandleaf.com/about/) ### Looking for more? ### Join us at ### The ONE6 A little bit show, a little bit blog – The ONE6 – is our online outpost of sorts. A bi-weekly video-log, where we get to take a brief but deep dive into thought provoking ideas and concepts I’ve encountered along the way. I love to travel, to eat, to laugh, to take care of my body and mind, to move confidently in this world… and yes, sometimes stir-up a little trouble. This is the place I hope to share not only what I’ve garnered from both my mistakes and successes, but what I continue to learn traveling down this path we call life. [Ryan's Story](#story) #### Media [All Videos](https://theryandleaf.com/video/) ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/brand-video.png) [ ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2y5g9UfCVnI) ### My NFL Downfall Began ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Ryan-Leaf-Speech-to-NFL-Prospects-Senior-Bowl-2025.png) [ ](https://youtu.be/mGDG68iLWic?si=JRa5azSSUzIs6ovc) ### Senior Bowl 2025 ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Ryan-Leaf-Reflects-On-His-Journey-Back-Into-The-Public-Eye.png) [ ](https://youtu.be/ZqvT93-WM5E?si=lMAfBHdrBBeMk57N) ### Ryan's Journey Back Into The Public Eye ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/From-NFL-Stardom-to-Rock-Bottom.png) [ ](https://youtu.be/rQwu5xOGsk8?si=T_uta06HTxc1LOvU) ### From NFL Stardom to Rock Bottom ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Is-California-Damp-a-Trend-or-Might-It-Be-a-Recovery-Solution.png) [ ](https://youtu.be/CxLUjJ3yuK4?si=5tbItPZCoUzbbSNh) ### Is California Damp a Trend? ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Ryan-Leaf_-Presenting-The-New-Host-Of-The-Last-Mile-Radio.png) [ ](https://youtu.be/prZF7Cs75LY?si=pf5ul9WlbCiqyGVo) ### The New Host Of The Last Mile Radio ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Ryan-Leafs-Lessons-for-Aspiring-NFL-Athletes.png) [ ](https://youtube.com/shorts/-HRUK-CEofI?si=g7aMayZp2iNqwYNL) ### Ryan Leaf's Lessons for Aspiring NFL Athletes ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Ryan-Leaf-returns-to-Montana-State-Prison-for-first-time-since-being-an-inmate.png) [ ](https://youtu.be/5eSo7xKtXZo?feature=shared) ### Montana State Prison ### Want Ryan @ Your Next Event? ### Attitude. Behavior. Effort. [Book Ryan Leaf](https://theryandleaf.com/contact/) [](#) --- ### [Events](https://theryandleaf.com/events/) **Published:** April 24, 2025 **Author:** admin **Content:** ### Events [Book Ryan Leaf](https://theryandleaf.com/contact/) #### Prior Events ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/brand-video.png) ### Ryans Story ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Ryan-Leaf-Speech-to-NFL-Prospects-Senior-Bowl-2025.png) [ ](https://youtu.be/mGDG68iLWic?si=JRa5azSSUzIs6ovc) ### Senior Bowl 2025 ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Ryan-Leaf-Reflects-On-His-Journey-Back-Into-The-Public-Eye.png) [ ](https://youtu.be/ZqvT93-WM5E?si=lMAfBHdrBBeMk57N) ### The Dan Patrick Show ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/From-NFL-Stardom-to-Rock-Bottom.png) [ ](https://youtu.be/rQwu5xOGsk8?si=T_uta06HTxc1LOvU) ### From NFL Stardom to Rock Bottom ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Is-California-Damp-a-Trend-or-Might-It-Be-a-Recovery-Solution.png) [ ](https://youtu.be/CxLUjJ3yuK4?si=5tbItPZCoUzbbSNh) ### Is California Damp a Trend? ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Ryan-Leaf_-Presenting-The-New-Host-Of-The-Last-Mile-Radio.png) [ ](https://youtu.be/prZF7Cs75LY?si=pf5ul9WlbCiqyGVo) ### The Last Mile Radio ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Ryan-Leafs-Lessons-for-Aspiring-NFL-Athletes.png) [ ](https://youtube.com/shorts/-HRUK-CEofI?si=g7aMayZp2iNqwYNL) ### Ryan Leaf's Lessons for Aspiring NFL Athletes ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Ryan-Leaf-returns-to-Montana-State-Prison-for-first-time-since-being-an-inmate.png) [ ](https://youtu.be/5eSo7xKtXZo?si=ZeIdUfERiPXbudqa) ### Montana State Prison ### Want Ryan @ Your Next Event? ### Attitude. Behavior. Effort. [Book Ryan Leaf](https://theryandleaf.com/contact/) --- ### [Video](https://theryandleaf.com/video/) **Published:** April 24, 2025 **Author:** admin **Content:** ### Video [Book Ryan Leaf](https://theryandleaf.com/contact/) ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/matte-icon-4.png) #### Live Events ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Ryan-Leaf-Speech-to-NFL-Prospects-Senior-Bowl-2025.png) [ ](https://youtu.be/mGDG68iLWic?si=JRa5azSSUzIs6ovc) ### Senior Bowl 2025 ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/putnam-jail-screenshot-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/jVIi0ujehIM?si=WL_sUNlV3xPXHTAX) ### Putnamville Correctional Facility ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/meninger-screenshot-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/PzZcBkzM57k?si=R7Or4fy5GDOZP9oi) ### The Menninger Clinic ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/cadca-screenshot-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/aFD5Zpuiw64?si=SYcfIIRGKwV8LGK4) ### CADCA Keynote Speaker ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/meridian-screenshot-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/uCSY1Qq5w5c?si=gOf7VCJq18gVLcdM) ### Meridian Health Services Speaker Series ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Alkermes-keynote.jpg) [ ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J935CkapRyw) ### Alkermes Keynote Speaker ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/wsu-screenshot-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdW4F3JeNaQ) ### WSU Hall of Fame Induction ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/brand-video.png) [ ](https://www.youtube.com/embed/700Ox8Oy6yw?si=pXqjq6KaU-Y6HYWk) ### WSU Global Campus ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/matte-icon-6.png) #### Hosting ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/downfall-screenshot-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/2y5g9UfCVnI?si=2Pad8h0b3Sg_19jl) ### The Rich Eisen Show - 1998 ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Ryan-Leaf-Reflects-On-His-Journey-Back-Into-The-Public-Eye.png) [ ](https://youtu.be/WijOorMnT4g?si=JejhZ481CAKVRstz) ### Dan Patrick Show - Biggest Bust ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/success-screenshot-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/oD-7iumuk6g?si=gIgQClArFXtQKjO8) ### The Rich Eisen Show - Meaning of Success ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/josh-mcdaniels-screenshot-1-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/nSEf1S9TvY8?si=U3lAwYvsgX8UZP_I) ### The Straight Line w/ Ryan Leaf - Hot Take ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Ryan-Leaf_-Presenting-The-New-Host-Of-The-Last-Mile-Radio.png) [ ](https://youtu.be/prZF7Cs75LY?si=pf5ul9WlbCiqyGVo) ### Last Mile Radio ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/cte-screenshot-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ifGuPtV_L78) ### The Rich Eisen Show - CTE Specter ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/vegas-screenshot-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/Lau-3-bPiPk?si=gF1jpQOEvNVvIkGV) ### The Straight Line w/ Ryan Leaf - Vegas ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/breakdown-screenshot-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/-UE2yCg3TxA?si=FPDdiLra1XUY9KGN) ### Good Morning Football - QB Breakdown ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/bob-hope-screenshot-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/zc6n8FzMD_w?si=c-yMXqv9pAWxgrZc) ### The Rich Eisen Show - 1998 Draft ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/breaking-down-plays-screenshot-scaled.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/_LDXpfRMTJk?si=_SAsHyIbBG8VBZVp) ### Sūmer Sports - QB Breakdown ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/peyton-manning-interview.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/0MLsksW1OJU?si=9QONnAEyhi9JHWXB) ### Peyton Manning Interview ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/jimirsay-interview.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/I9TST4Cvs8I?si=iXvPre5kCkBX_ZHY) ### Jim Irsay Interview ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/kurtwagner.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/AsBeTSn9nUE?si=uSyGn3yF6dvOxqHf) ### Kurt Warner Interview ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/joshdubow.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/HNwam4r6Cs0?si=nj2AoSWXNW3APmZv) ### Associated Press’ Josh Dubow Interview ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/andrewbrandt.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/L6xmUeOgapM?si=OcNtngb9hmxj98J6) ### MMQB’s Andrew Brandt Interview ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/trevorsikkema.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/l9Ro9W1DFBI?si=tKDA2KKzsyDfWYir) ### PFF’s Trevor Sikkema Interview ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/matte-icon-8.png) #### As Seen On ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/fall-from-top-screenshot.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/WQZlmHn3qfI?si=wJ450SjbuJU3eIsY) ### The Pivot ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/finding-purpose-screenshot.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/SXMxL5wihI0?si=xgAwOiTyQElw29e2) ### FOX NFL Sunday ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/nfl-to-prison-screenshot.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/-YlkGOL980c?si=r8zF7vdcAy1aGnAA) ### Bertcast ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/blast-netflix-screenshot.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/hlTIGS2wjMk?si=YrUmnal8yqYToOmq) ### OutKick ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/the-last-mile-screenshot.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/w0Ickb5uUVk?si=_Z1HAReEOWXS9k0y) ### The Rich Eisen Show ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/public-eye-screenshot-1.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/-zoB2n8ehgM?si=hFUWBofmi2bKO2cG) ### The Ellen Show ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/best-division-screenshot.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/3u6aBE2PGsU?si=TN9Ybourg5rg32Ei) ### Fanatics Sports Book ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/public-eye-screenshot.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/ZqvT93-WM5E?si=lMAfBHdrBBeMk57N) ### The Dan Patrick Show ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/justin-fields-screenshot.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/xN8JdmHWPbk?si=8BNnzu6z2mjq_GXh) ### The Dan Patrick Show ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/all-the-smoke-screenshot.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/iKwcwRYWKKs?si=JeXAcg5jB0I324xa) ### ALL THE SMOKE ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/career-over-screenshot.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/-BuEU7fnrSI?si=yKrmF5YU1kYz_cKd) ### The Ross Tucker Podcast ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/aspiring-nfl-athletes-screenshot.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/-HRUK-CEofI?si=5ODyG9-F3mSzI7uF) ### Mustache Tales ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/fore-the-love-screenshot.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/0VxPhYrom1w?si=xjU8YwDvoukTcJC-) ### Fore the Love ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/hof-ballot-screenshot.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/U1oPmh5-7Ag?si=O2VENI3qj0oEWM3Y) ### Y-Option w. Yogi Roth ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/giving-back-screenshot.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/x4y7hKZHjRE?si=dhM-QR6kLem7a8X0) ### The Addiction Podcast ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/kark-nbc.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/hFd-lJkDU7k?si=leuU5wlo5H_NV8Ac) ### KARK - NBC ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/finding-mastery.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/rQwu5xOGsk8?si=T_uta06HTxc1LOvU) ### Finding Mastery ![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/dismas-forgiveness.jpg) [ ](https://youtu.be/ThpxVnopmJg?si=x51GB-0lHas93ACO) ### Dismas House Forgiveness Luncheon ### Want Ryan @ Your Next Event? ### Attitude. Behavior. Effort. [Book Ryan Leaf](https://theryandleaf.com/contact/) --- ### [About](https://theryandleaf.com/about/) **Published:** April 24, 2025 **Author:** admin **Content:** ### My Story ### Who Is Ryan Leaf? ### My Story ### Who Is Ryan Leaf? Ryan Leaf, former NFL quarterback turned motivational speaker and mentor, draws from his personal journey – from professional downfall to personal redemption – to offer guidance on navigating difficult relationships, especially in high-pressure environments. In his talk or writings on how to work with complicated people, Leaf emphasizes: - **Self-Awareness First**: Understanding your own triggers and behaviors is the first step to managing others. - **Empathy Over Ego**: Leaf encourages seeing people as wounded rather than wicked, especially when their behavior is abrasive or toxic. - **Boundaries, Not Barriers**: He advocates for setting firm but respectful boundaries that allow for healthy interaction without enabling harmful patterns. - **Consistency and Patience**: Working with complicated individuals requires resilience and a long-term mindset, recognizing that transformation doesn’t happen overnight. - **Shared Humanity**: Leaf underscores the importance of connection, often highlighting how isolation and untreated pain make people act out in difficult ways. Ryan’s insights carry extra weight, having originated from his own experience as a top NFL prospect to being labeled one of the biggest “busts” in NFL history with significant public downfall. His story of recovery is rooted in vulnerability, accountability, and a commitment to serving others, especially those grappling with addiction, incarceration, or personal crises. His approach to dealing with complicated people is not based on theory alone; it’s informed by his experiences in locker rooms, correctional facilities, rehabilitation centers, and counseling sessions. By focusing on humility and healing, Ryan offers a fresh perspective on conflict resolution, reminding us that difficult behavior often masks deeper struggles. His message encourages us to lead with compassion and understanding, rather than relying solely on strategic approaches. Leaf’s voice is particularly relevant for leaders, coaches, mentors, and anyone operating in demanding environments where interpersonal dynamics can be challenging. His story reinforces a core truth: individuals don’t need to be flawless to be powerful agents for change. Beyond his motivational work, Ryan is the CEO of RAM Consultant, Inc. and serves as the lead Pac12 college football analyst for CW Sports as well as a NFL & CFB analyst for Westwood One Sports. He continues hosting his engaging SiriusXM radio show on NFL Radio, and provides insightful analysis on VSiN Live. Ryan remains a dedicated advocate for criminal justice reform, actively engaging with individuals impacted by the justice system. He also serves as an Ambassador in Recovery with the Menninger Clinic and travels nationwide to raise awareness and combat the stigma associated with mental health and substance abuse. For those interested in learning more about his personal journey, Ryan’s story is available here in his podcast, “BUST: The Ryan Leaf Story,” or wherever you listen to podcasts. #### Former Professional Football Player #### Motivational & Public Speaker #### Focused Intensity Foundation Chairman #### Ambassador in Recovery for the Menninger Clinic #### Sports Analyst [Listen to My Story](#story) [![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/iheartradio-button.png "iheartradio-button")](https://www.iheart.com/podcast/53-bust-the-ryan-leaf-story-88805010/) [![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/amazon-button.png "amazon-button")](https://music.amazon.com/es-co/podcasts/a7c30a6f-db65-4c22-9fe5-e7dfb844281e/bust-the-ryan-leaf-story) [![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/apple-button.png "apple-button")](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bust-the-ryan-leaf-story/id1593427921) [![](http://theryandleaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/spotify-button.png "spotify-button")](https://open.spotify.com/show/3eG6tbRXcEkDNA7AhaIkOM) ### My Story ### Who Is Ryan Leaf? Ryan Leaf, former NFL quarterback turned motivational speaker and mentor, draws from his personal journey – from professional downfall to personal redemption – to offer guidance on navigating difficult relationships, especially in high-pressure environments. In his talk or writings on how to work with complicated people, Leaf emphasizes: - **Self-Awareness First**: Understanding your own triggers and behaviors is the first step to managing others. - **Empathy Over Ego**: Leaf encourages seeing people as wounded rather than wicked, especially when their behavior is abrasive or toxic. - **Boundaries, Not Barriers**: He advocates for setting firm but respectful boundaries that allow for healthy interaction without enabling harmful patterns. - **Consistency and Patience**: Working with complicated individuals requires resilience and a long-term mindset, recognizing that transformation doesn’t happen overnight. - **Shared Humanity**: Leaf underscores the importance of connection, often highlighting how isolation and untreated pain make people act out in difficult ways. #### Former Professional Football Player #### Motivational & Public Speaker #### Focused Intensity Foundation Chairman #### Ambassador in Recovery for the Menninger Clinic #### Sports Analyst Ryan’s insights carry extra weight, having originated from his own experience as a top NFL prospect to being labeled one of the biggest “busts” in NFL history with significant public downfall. His story of recovery is rooted in vulnerability, accountability, and a commitment to serving others, especially those grappling with addiction, incarceration, or personal crises. His approach to dealing with complicated people is not based on theory alone; it’s informed by his experiences in locker rooms, correctional facilities, rehabilitation centers, and counseling sessions. By focusing on humility and healing, Ryan offers a fresh perspective on conflict resolution, reminding us that difficult behavior often masks deeper struggles. His message encourages us to lead with compassion and understanding, rather than relying solely on strategic approaches. Leaf’s voice is particularly relevant for leaders, coaches, mentors, and anyone operating in demanding environments where interpersonal dynamics can be challenging. His story reinforces a core truth: individuals don’t need to be flawless to be powerful agents for change. Beyond his motivational work, Ryan is the CEO of RAM Consultant, Inc. and serves as the lead Pac12 college football analyst for CW Sports as well as a NFL & CFB analyst for Westwood One Sports. He continues hosting his engaging SiriusXM radio show on NFL Radio, and provides insightful analysis on VSiN Live. Ryan remains a dedicated advocate for criminal justice reform, actively engaging with individuals impacted by the justice system. He also serves as an Ambassador in Recovery with the Menninger Clinic and travels nationwide to raise awareness and combat the stigma associated with mental health and substance abuse. For those interested in learning more about his personal journey, Ryan’s story is available here in his podcast, “BUST: The Ryan Leaf Story,” or wherever you listen to podcasts. 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