Overview
- Police say Ryan struck two pedestrians on Broadway in Nashville and ran over their feet on Nov. 5 before driving off and then briefly arguing with the pair at a red light, and officers filed six misdemeanor warrants after reviewing surveillance footage.
- Ryan surrendered to Nashville authorities on Nov. 11, was booked on two counts each of leaving the scene, failure to give information or render aid, and failure to obey a traffic control signal, and was released after a judicial commissioner set bond at $6,000.
- Surveillance video reportedly prompted the warrants but has not been released publicly, and the alleged victims say they photographed the truck and license plate, supplying investigators with identifying evidence.
- ESPN confirmed late Saturday that Ryan would appear on Sunday NFL Countdown on Nov. 15, he did appear and did not address the incident on air, and his attorneys say he is cooperating and will address the facts through the legal process.
- Ryan is a long‑time NFL coach turned analyst, and the case — with a Dec. 18 court date scheduled — could prompt further employer review or public scrutiny if prosecutors or released evidence change the factual record.