In 2007, Kalil participated in the NFL Scouting Combine, an event designed for prospective NFL players to demonstrate their athletic and cognitive abilities to team scouts. He impressed scouts by running the 40-yard dash in under five seconds and completing 34 reps in the 225-pound bench press—a strong performance that boosted his draft prospects.
Kalil was selected by the Carolina Panthers in the second round of the 2007 NFL Draft. Coincidentally, the team also drafted his USC teammate, wide receiver Dwayne Jarrett. In his rookie NFL season, Kalil started in three games. By 2008, he had secured a starting position, although injuries caused him to miss four games that season.
Over the years, Kalil remained a cornerstone of the Panthers' offensive line. His consistent performance earned him multiple selections to the Pro Bowl, including one in 2010. That same year, he signed a six-year, $49 million contract extension with the Panthers—at the time, the highest contract ever awarded to a center in NFL history.
Ryan Kalil married Natalie Nelson, a former cheerleader, in 2008. The couple has two children—a son and a daughter. Kalil is known to maintain a relatively private personal life but occasionally shares updates via his Twitter account, @ryankalil.
Apart from football, Ryan has a strong interest in film and media. As a child, he enjoyed creating Claymation videos, and over time, that hobby developed into a serious passion. He has produced and directed short films and co-created a humorous football training spoof for the NFL Network alongside fellow USC teammates. His involvement in the film industry demonstrates his diverse talents and interests beyond the gridiron.
As of recent estimates, Ryan Kalil's net worth is approximately $50 million. His diversified portfolio includes earnings from his NFL career as well as ventures in entertainment and media production. For more detailed information about his career and achievements, Kalil’s profile is available on various platforms, including Wikipedia.
Return to the previous page| Birth Date: | 29 Mar, 1985 |
| Age: | 35 yrs |
| Occupations: | American football player |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Tucson |
| Education: | Servite High School |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American football player, offensive lineman, center |
| Twitter Id: | Ryankalil |
| Net Worth 2021: | 18 million |
