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Ryan Kerrigan
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Kerrigan with Washington in 2021
Washington Commanders
Position:Assistantlinebackerscoach/pass rush specialist
Personal information
Born:(1988-08-16)August 16, 1988(age 36)
Muncie, Indiana,U.S.
Height:6 ft 4 in (1.93 m)
Weight:265 lb (120 kg)
Career information
High school:Muncie Central
College:Purdue(2007–2010)
NFL draft:2011/ round: 1 / pick: 16
Career history
As a player:
As a coach:
Career highlights and awards
Career NFL statistics
Totaltackles:457
Sacks:95.5
Forcedfumbles:26
Fumble recoveries:4
Pass deflections:25
Interceptions:3
Interception yards:61
Defensivetouchdowns:3
Player stats atPFR

Patrick Ryan Kerrigan(born August 16, 1988) is an American professionalfootballcoach and former player who is the assistantlinebackersand pass rush specialist coach for theWashington Commandersof theNational Football League(NFL). He playedcollege footballfor thePurdue Boilermakers,earningunanimous All-Americanhonors as aseniorbefore being selected by theWashington Redskinsin the first round of the2011 NFL draft.

Kerrigan played the majority of his 11-year career as anoutside linebackerin the3–4 defense,where he is the all-time NFL leader inconsecutive starts by a left outside linebacker.He is also Washington's all-time leader in sacks with 95.5, and forced fumbles (26). Kerrigan played the 2021 season with thePhiladelphia Eaglesbefore retiring and rejoining Washington as an assistant coach in 2022.

Early life

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Kerrigan was born on August 16, 1988, inMuncie, Indiana.He attendedMuncie Central High School,where he playeddefensive endandtight endfor the Muncie Bearcatshigh school footballteam. As a senior, he was an all-state selection after recording 90tacklesand 19sacksas a defensive end. As a tight end, he had 40 receptions for 789 yards and sixtouchdowns.A three-star recruit, Kerrigan committed toPurdueover offers fromBall State,Cincinnati,Indiana,andNorthern Illinois.[1]

College career

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Kerrigan attendedPurdue University,where he played for thePurdue Boilermakers footballteam from 2007 to 2010. As a freshman in 2007, Kerrigan appeared in 12 games recording 18 tackles and a sack. As a sophomore in 2008 he started 11 of 12 games and was an honorable mentionAll-Big Tenselection after recording 56 tackles, seven sacks and aninterception.As a junior in 2009 he was a second teamAll-AmericanbyRivalsand a first team All-Big Ten selection. He finished the season with 66 tackles and 12 sacks. Kerrigan was also awarded Purdue's "Pit Bull Award" in 2009, which was given to the player that exemplified and displayed tenacity and tough play.

After forcing two fumbles againstMichigan,Kerrigan became the Big Ten's all-time leader in forced fumbles; his total of 12 forced fumbles set the since-brokenFootball Bowl Subdivision(FBS) career record.[2]Following his 2010 season, he was recognized as aunanimous All-American,honored as theBig Ten Defensive Player of the Year,and won theBill Willis Trophy.[3]

Professional playing career

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Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split 20-yard shuttle Three-cone drill Vertical jump Broad jump Bench press
6 ft3+78in
(1.93 m)
267 lb
(121 kg)
33+38in
(0.85 m)
9+12in
(0.24 m)
4.71 s 1.61 s 2.72 s 4.39 s 7.18 s 33+12in
(0.85 m)
10 ft 2 in
(3.10 m)
31 reps
All values fromNFL Combine[4]

Washington Redskins / Football Team

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2011

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Kerrigan was selected by theWashington Redskinsin the first round (16th overall) of the2011 NFL draft.[5]He signed his four-year rookie contract, worthUS$8.72 million, on July 29, 2011.[6][7]

Kerrigan made his professional regular season and first career start in the Redskins'season-openeragainst theNew York Giantsand recorded five combined tackles, a pass deflection, and returned an interception for a touchdown in their 28–14 victory. Kerrigan intercepted a pass by quarterbackEli Manning,that was originally intended for wide receiverHakeem Nicks,and scored a nine-yard touchdown in the third quarter.[8][9]The following week, he made three solo tackles, two pass deflections, and made his first career sack during their 22–21 victory against theArizona Cardinalsin Week 2. Kerrigan made his first career sack on quarterbackKevin Kolbfor a four-yard loss in the second quarter.[10]Kerrigan's performance over the first four games earned him the defensive rookie of the month honor for September.[11]On November 13, 2011, Kerrigan collected a season-high six combined tackles and had two sacks on quarterbackMatt Mooreduring a 20–9 loss at theMiami Dolphins.[12]He started in all 16 games in2011and recorded 63 combined tackles (41 solo), 7.5 sacks, four forced fumbles, one interception, and one touchdown.[13]

2012

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On October 7, 2012, Kerrigan recorded five combined tackles, deflected a pass, and returned an interception for a touchdown during a 24–17 loss to theAtlanta Falconsin Week 5.[14][15] Kerrigan intercepted a pass by Falcons' quarterbackMatt Ryanand scored a 20-yard touchdown in the second quarter. In Week 14 against theBaltimore Ravens,he managed to tackleJoe Flaccoand tip his pass toRay Riceenough so linebackerLondon Fletchercould intercept the ball; preventing the Ravens from scoring and allowing the Redskins to tie the score and eventually win the game in overtime.[16]In Week 16, Kerrigan recorded a season-high five combined tackles and two sacks during a 27–20 victory at thePhiladelphia Eagles.He had two sacks on quarterbackNick Folesand stripped the ball during one of them which was recovered by cornerbackRichard Crawford.[17]Kerrigan started all 16 games in2012and recorded 54 combined tackles (42 solo), 8.5 sacks, eight pass deflections, an interception, and a touchdown.[13]

TheWashington Redskinsfinished first in theNFC Eastwith a 10–6 record and earned a playoff berth. On January 6, 2013, Kerrigan started his first career playoff game and recorded four combined tackles during a 24–14 loss to theSeattle Seahawksin the NFC Wildcard Game. On January 20, 2013, it was announced that Kerrigan was added to the2013 Pro Bowlas a replacement forAldon Smithwho was set to appear inSuper Bowl XLVIIwith theSan Francisco 49ers.[18]

2013

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Defensive coordinatorJim Haslettretained Kerrigan, Brian Orakpo, Perry Riley, and London Fletcher as the linebacking corps in 2013.[19]

Kerrigan in 2013

He started in theWashington Redskins'season-opener against thePhiladelphia Eaglesand collected a season-high eight combined tackles and made one sack in their 33–27 loss. The following week, he made five solo tackles and a career-high two sacks on quarterbackAaron Rodgersin the Redskins' 38–20 loss at theGreen Bay Packersin Week 2. In Week 3, Kerrigan tore hislateral meniscusin his left knee, but chose to play through the season.[20]On December 29, 2013, the Washington Redskins fired head coachMike Shanahanafter they finished the season with a 4–12 record.[21]Kerrigan started in all 16 games and recorded a career-high 66 combined tackles (47 solo), 8.5 sacks, and three pass deflections.[13]

2014

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On January 2, 2014, Kerrigan underwentarthroscopic surgeryto repair his torn ligament in his knee.[22]On May 2, 2014, the Washington Redskins exercised the fifth-year option of Kerrigan's rookie contract, which would keep him on roster throughout the 2015 season for $7.03 million.[23]Head coachJay Grudennamed Kerrigan and Brian Orakpo the starting outside linebackers to start the regular season, along with inside linebackersKeenan Robinsonand Perry Riley.[24]

On September 19, 2014, Kerrigan recorded four solo tackles and had a career-high four sacks on quarterbackChad Henneduring the Redskins' 41–10 victory against theJacksonville Jaguarsin Week 2.[25]In Week 6, he collected a season-high nine combined tackles and was credited with half a sack in a 30–20 loss at theArizona Cardinals.He started in all 16 games in2014and recorded 64 combined tackles (51 solo), a career-high 13.5 sacks, five forced fumbles, and a pass deflection.[26]He became the Redskins' sixth all-time franchise sack leader with 38 total sacks.[27]On December 31, 2014, the Washington Redskins announced the decision to mutually part ways with defensive coordinator Jim Haslett.[28]

2015

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Kerrigan was named the 78th best player by his peers on theNFL Top 100 Players of 2015.[29]On May 20, 2015, Kerrigan underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left knee.[30]

On July 29, 2015, the Washington Redskins signed Kerrigan to a five-year, $57.50 million contract extension that includes $23.78 million guaranteed and a signing bonus of $16 million.[31][32]

Defensive coordinatorJoe Barryopted to retain the3-4 defenseand named Kerrigan andTrent Murphythe starting outside linebackers, along with inside linebackers Perry Riley and Keenan Robinson.[33]In Week 14, he collected a season-high five combined tackles and made a sack during a 24–21 victory at theChicago Bears.Kerrigan started in all 16 games for the fifth consecutive season and recorded 42 combined tackles (33 solo), 9.5 sacks, three pass deflections, and two forced fumbles.[13]

TheWashington Redskinsfinished atop of the NFC East with a 9–7 record and earned a playoff berth. On January 10, 2016, he made two combined tackles and a pass deflection during the Redskins' 35–18 loss to theGreen Bay Packersin the NFC Wildcard Game.[34]

2016

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Kerrigan entered training camp slated as the starting weakside linebacker. Head coach Jay Gruden named Kerrigan andPreston Smiththe starting outside linebackers to begin the regular season, along with inside linebackersMason FosterandWill Compton.[35]In the Week 5, Kerrigan reached his 50th career sack by sacking quarterback Joe Flacco towards the end of the second quarter of the Redskins' 16–10 victory at theBaltimore Ravens.On October 16, 2016, he made four combined tackles and made a season-high two sacks on quarterbackCarson Wentzduring a 27–20 victory against thePhiladelphia Eaglesin Week 6.[36]In Week 12, Kerrigan collected a season-high five combined tackles and had one sack during a 31–26 loss at theDallas Cowboys.On December 20, 2016, he was named to the2017 Pro Bowlroster, which was his second Pro Bowl nomination.[37]He started all 16 games in2016and recorded 33 combined tackles (25 solo), 10.5 sacks, two forced fumbles, and two pass deflections.[13]Pro Football Focusgave Kerrigan an overall grade of 82.2, which ranked 10th among all qualifying 3-4 outside linebackers in 2016.[38]

2017

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Kerrigan in 2017 performing his signaturesackcelebration

On January 5, 2017, the Washington Redskins fired defensive coordinator Joe Barry.[39]Defensive coordinatorGreg Manuskyretained Kerrigan and Preston Smith as the starting outside linebackers to begin the regular season in 2017, along with inside linebackers Mason Foster andZach Brown.[40]

He started in theWashington Redskins'season-opener against thePhiladelphia Eaglesand recorded three combined tackles, half a sack, a pass deflection, and returned an interception for a touchdown during a 30–17 loss. Kerrigan intercepted a pass by quarterbackCarson Wentz,that was initially intended for running backDarren Sproles,and returned it for a 24-yard touchdown in the second quarter.[41]In Week 7, he collected a season-high six combined tackles and was credited with half a sack as the Redskins lost at the Philadelphia Eagles 34–24. On December 19, 2017, Kerrigan was named to his third Pro Bowl.[42]On December 31, 2017, Kerrigan made two solo tackles and a season-high tying two sacks during an 18–10 loss at theNew York Giants.He started in all 16 games and recorded 46 combined tackles (34 solo), 13 sacks, a pass deflection, an interception, and a touchdown.[13]Pro Football Focusgave Kerrigan an overall grade of 84.2, which ranked 13th among all qualifying edge rushers in 2017.[43]

2018

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In2018,Kerrigan stripped the ball from quarterbackDak Prescottin the end zone, which was recovered byPreston Smithand scoring a defensive touchdown that helped seal the Week 7 win against theDallas Cowboys.[44]Kerrigan recorded two sacks in the Week 15 win over theJacksonville Jaguarsputting him at second overall on the Washington Redskins all-time sacks list at 82.5 sacks, surpassing former defensive endCharles Mann.[45]By the end of season, Kerrigan extended that record to 84.5 sacks.[46]

2019

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Kerrigan in a 2019 game against theNew York Giants.

In Week 2 against theDallas Cowboys,Kerrigan recorded his first sack of the season onDak Prescottas the Redskins lost 31–21.[47]In Week 11 against theNew York Jets,Kerrigan sackedSam Darnoldtwice and forced a fumble during the 34–17 loss.[48]In Week 12 against theDetroit Lions,Kerrigan recorded half a sack onJeff Driskelbefore exiting the game with a concussion. Without Kerrigan, the Redskins won 19–16.[49]Kerrigan missed the following game against theCarolina Panthersdue to the concussion he suffered. This was the first game that Kerrigan did not play in during his entire career.[50]Though he returned the following week to play against theGreen Bay Packers,he left the game in third quarter with a calf injury.[51]Kerrigan was place oninjured reserveon December 13, 2019.[52][53]

2020

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Kerrigan switched todefensive endafter Washington defensive coordinatorJack Del Rioimplemented a4–3 defense.In the season opening game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Kerrigan surpassedDexter Manleyas Washington's all-time leader in sacks after a two sack performance.[54]He also recovered a fumble and was named NFC defensive player of the week following the game, the first of his career.[55]He finished the year with 5.5 sacks, giving him 95.5 in his career with Washington.

Philadelphia Eagles

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Kerrigan signed a one-year contract with thePhiladelphia Eagleson May 17, 2021.[56]He had a limited role with the team, playing as a reserve before starting the final two games of the season. He was placed on the COVID list in December and was activated a week later.[57][58]In the team's Wild Card game against the Buccaneers, he recorded two tackles for loss and 1.5 sacks.

Coaching career

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Kerrigan announced his retirement as a player on July 29, 2022, signing a one-day contract with Washington to retire with the franchise.[59]He rejoined Washington as a coaching intern during training camp before being officially named their assistant defensive line coach on September 5, 2022.[60]Shortly before the announcement, Kerrigan was also inducted into Washington's Greatest Players list.[61]On February 12, 2024, Kerrigan was promoted to the assistant linebackers coach and pass rush specialist by the Commanders' new head coachDan Quinn.[62][63]

NFL statistics

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Legend
Led the league
Bold Career high
Year Team Games Tackles Interceptions Fumbles
GP GS Cmb Solo Ast Sck PD Int Yds Avg Lng TD FF FR
2011 WAS 16 16 64 42 22 7.5 4 1 9 9 9T 1 4 0
2012 WAS 16 16 54 42 12 8.5 8 1 28 28 28T 1 2 1
2013 WAS 16 16 66 47 19 8.5 3 4 0
2014 WAS 16 16 64 51 13 13.5 1 5 1
2015 WAS 16 16 42 33 9 9.5 3 2 0
2016 WAS 16 16 33 26 7 11 2 2 0
2017 WAS 16 16 46 34 12 13 1 1 24 24 24T 1 3 0
2018 WAS 16 16 43 30 13 13 1 3 1
2019 WAS 12 12 25 16 9 5.5 1 1 0
2020 WAS 16 1 17 9 8 5.5 1 0 1
2021 PHI 16 2 3 3 0 0 0 0 0
Career 172 143 457 333 124 95.5 25 3 61 20.3 28 3 26 4

Personal life

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Kerrigan's father, Brendan, played football atBall State.His brother, Kyle, was a member of theDePauw Universityswim team.[64]Kerrigan has two sisters, Kristina and Kaitlin, who played collegiate volleyball for theUniversity of IndianapolisandGrace College,respectively.[65][66]Kerrigan has a severe loss of hearing in his left ear, which was caused by an ear infection he suffered at the age of eight.[67][68]Kerrigan and his wife, Jessica, have two daughters, Lincoln Georgie and Hayes Frankie.[69]

Kerrigan created a charitable foundation in 2013 to serve children in his community.[70]He has appeared in several local car dealership commercials.[71][72]Kerrigan appeared asNASAtechnician Garber inSharknado 3: Oh Hell No![73]He was inducted into the Indiana Football Hall of Fame in 2023.[74]

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