Show Notes
Former NFL Quarterback, Ryan Leaf discusses his rise to stardom at Washington State to being drafted second behind Peyton Manning in the 1998 NFL Draft. Widely considered a draft bust, Ryan Leaf takes us through the journey from NFL stardom to drug addiction, and ultimately the floor of a State Prison.
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In this episode of Bust, Ryan Leaf is joined by his former coach, Mike Price, to discuss their time together at Washington State University. They reminisce about the recruiting process, the challenges of coaching and developing a team, and the journey to the Rose Bowl. They also touch on their experiences at the Heisman Trophy ceremony and the NFL Draft. Coach Price reflects on Ryan's struggles in the NFL and the scrutiny he faced. This heartfelt conversation offers a unique perspective on the highs and lows of their football journey.
Ryan Leaf sits down with Jay Posner to discuss the famous locker room incident and make amends and call it water under the bridge.
Ryan walks out of prison after 32 months as a free man. With limited options and limited money he begins his sobriety journey in Southern California.
Ryan starts his 32 month sentence in prison. After 2 years of sitting alone in his cell, Ryan finds his calling and begins helping prisoners learn how to read. He also starts to prepare himself for the inevitable, life on the outside and the road to redemption.
Ryan continues to struggle with his addiction to Vicodin. His situation becomes worse as he learns that he has a brain tumor.