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Financial advice from the man drafted one spot after Peyton Manning - MarketWatch
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From the NFL to prison to recovery: Ryan Leaf shares his story with those who need to hear it most
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Former draft bust Ryan Leaf sees similarities between Baker Mayfield and himself in interactions with media
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N.F.L. Draft: Sometimes You Get Manning, Sometimes Ryan Leaf - The New York Times
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Peyton Manning a Panther? Carolina tried, but failed in '98
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Peyton Manning was the No. 1 pick because Ryan Leaf sabotaged the draft process : r/nfl
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From the NFL to prison to recovery: Ryan Leaf shares his story
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Former WSU Cougars QB Ryan Leaf reflects on career, says he should have sought help like Johnny Manziel
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Peyton Manning a Panther? Carolina tried, but failed in '98
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Sidelines: The future success of a quarterback taken in 1st round of the NFL Draft is a coin toss
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Former draft bust Ryan Leaf sees similarities between Baker Mayfield and himself in interactions with media
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He looks strong and Manning doesn't - Letter resurfaces showing that journalist refused to loan money to Colts owners for Peyton Manning and wanted team to draft Ryan Leaf instead