Ryan Lewis (American football)

Ryan Lewis (born April 15, 1994) is an American former football cornerback who is currently the assistant defensive backs coach for the Colorado Mines Orediggers.

He was signed by the Arizona Cardinals as an undrafted free agent and has been a member of the New England Patriots, Buffalo Bills, Indianapolis Colts, Philadelphia Eagles, Miami Dolphins, Washington Football Team, and New York Giants.

Lewis attended the University of Pittsburgh, where he played for head coach Paul Chryst, Joe Rudolph, and Pat Narduzzi in his four seasons.

He recorded two interceptions his senior season, including one off of future-NFL quarterback Deshaun Watson in a 43-42 upset win over the then-#2 Clemson Tigers,[1] and clinching the Panthers' victory over Pitt's rivals, the Penn State Nittany Lions.

[19] In week 12 against the Cleveland Browns, Lewis recorded his first career interception off a pass thrown by Baker Mayfield in the 41–24 loss.

[21][22] Lewis was claimed off waivers by the Washington Football Team on July 30, 2020,[23] but was waived on September 5, 2020.

On May 31, 2024, Lewis announced his retirement and took a job with the Colorado Mines Orediggers.