Kelly announced his retirement from the NFL through his personal X account Friday. Kelly will step away from the game after a 10-year NFL career that started when he was selected in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft by the Colts. He signed a two-year contract with the Vikings in March of 2025 but suffered three concussions during the regular season, which limited him to eight games. Kelly was a four-time Pro Bowl selection and was a Second-Team All-Pro in the 2020 season while playing for Indianapolis.
Ryan Kelly: Everything you need to know
Ryan Kelly
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STATS
Birthdate
5/30/1993 (32)
Status
Retired
HT/WT
6'4", 307 lbs
Draft Info
2016: Rd 1; Pk (IND)
Birthplace
West Chester, OH, USA
Position
C
College
Alabama
Experience
10 seasons
Career History
Minnesota Vikings
2025-2026
(1 season)
Indianapolis Colts
2016-2025
(9 seasons)
Ryan Kelly: Breaking News
The Vikings placed Kelly (concussion) on injured reserve Wednesday, Craig Peters of the team's official site reports. Kelly's season is over after suffering his third concussion of the year during the Week 16 win over the Giants. Michael Jurgens will likely serve as Minnesota's starting center during the final two games of the campaign.
Coach Kevin O'Connell said Tuesday that Kelly (concussion) will not play Saturday against the Lions, Ben Goessling of The Minnesota Star Tribune reports. Kelly suffered his third known concussion of the 2025 season last Sunday against the Giants. It would be extremely surprising if he plays again this season. Look for Michael Jurgens to be under center against Detroit.