He pitched for the Creighton Bluejays in college, and was also drafted by the Washington Nationals in the 21st round of the 2018 Major League Baseball draft. Ryan spent numerous years pitching in the Nationals minor league farm system.
A collegiate baseball player for the Creighton Bluejays, Ryan was also chosen by the Washington Nationals in the 21st round of the 2018 MLB draft. He spent several years honing his skills in the Nationals' minor league affiliate.