Checking Out These NFL Players High School Photos Really Threw Me In The Wayback Playback Machine

High school, remember those awkward times?

Really though, it showcased our highs and lows, but now it’s nothing but a faded memory. It was awkward for some, but especially for those who throttled themselves into the NFL spotlight. Way before people knew who they were, many NFL players did not look like the strong, physical, dominant stares they are today. Like, who would have expected one former Cowboys quarterback to have a talent for basketball? It’s fun to laugh at ourselves, but hey, at least we survived four years of high school, right?

The Losing End Of An Epic Comeback

It’s rather unfortunate, but nobody saw that comeback happening in Super Bowl LI. Despite the defeat, Matt Ryan has been a spectacular franchise quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons. He’s been the charging force for the Falcons since winning Rookie of the Year in 2008, then a league MVP in 2016.