Former NFL head coach Rex Ryan turned himself in to Metro Nashville Police on the morning of Wednesday, November 11, 2026, after being charged in connection with an incident in which his pickup truck allegedly struck two pedestrians on Broadway in downtown Nashville.
According to police, the incident occurred late on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at the intersection of Fourth Avenue and Broadway. The two pedestrians were crossing Broadway with a walk signal when Ryan’s pickup truck turned right from Fourth Avenue. Police say the truck ran over both pedestrians’ feet and struck one person in the leg, causing minor injuries to both individuals.
The pedestrians told authorities that the truck continued driving and stopped at a red light at Broadway and Rep. John Lewis Way. They waved the driver down; Ryan allegedly exited the vehicle, argued with them, returned to the truck, and drove away without exchanging information. The victims photographed the driver and the truck’s license plate, which police later confirmed was registered to Ryan.
Charges Against Rex Ryan
Ryan, who is 63 years old, faces six misdemeanor charges:
- Two counts of leaving the scene of an accident
- Two counts of failure to give information or render aid
- Two counts of failure to obey a traffic control signal
A judicial commissioner set his bond at $6,000. He is scheduled to appear in court on December 18, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.
Background on the Former Jets and Bills Coach
Rex Ryan previously served as head coach of the New York Jets (2009–2014) and the Buffalo Bills (2015–2016). He has lived in the Nashville area since around 2014 and has described the city as his permanent home. After his coaching career, he has worked as an NFL analyst, including for ESPN.
Public and Social Media Reaction
News of the incident quickly drew attention on social media, where many noted the involvement of the pedestrians’ feet. Ryan has publicly discussed his long-standing foot fetish on multiple occasions in recent years, including on podcasts and ESPN programs, which added an element of irony to online commentary about the charges.
The case remains ongoing, and Ryan is presumed innocent until proven guilty. Local outlets including WSMV and WKRN have reported the details based on Metro Nashville Police Department information.
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