Ryan Patric Flinn (born February 14, 1980) is a former

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punter. He played

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. Ryan now is Deputy Sheriff for Orange County Sheriff Office. Orlando Florida. And is a member of the SWAT Team

College career

Flinn attended the University of Central Florida, where, as a senior, he won All-

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honors after averaging 41.8 yards per punt.

Professional career

Flinn made his

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debut with the

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on December 25, 2005, in a game against the

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. He had previously spent time in training camp with the Dallas Cowboys and Atlanta Falcons but was cut in August both times. On February 19, 2007, Flinn was signed by the Miami Dolphins. He was released by the team on August 27, losing out to rookie punter Brandon Fields.

Personal

Up until he played with the Packers, Flinn was a bartender.

External links

Atlanta Falcons BioDallas Cowboys Bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Flinn, Ryan 1980 births Living people American football punters Lehigh Senior High School alumni Players of American football from Fort Myers, Florida Green Bay Packers players Atlanta Falcons players Dallas Cowboys players Miami Dolphins players UCF Knights football players