Jon Ritchie Bio | Wiki
Jon Ritchie is a former professional American football fullback in the National Football League and sports radio host. He played for seven seasons in the NFL, playing for the Oakland Raiders and the Philadelphia Eagles. Despite only 15 rushing attempts in his career, Jon built a reputation with his blue-collar work ethic as being one of the best blocking fullbacks in the NFL.
After football, he co-hosted The Artie Lange Show alongside comedian Artie Lange from 2013 to 2014. Currently, Jon cohosts the morning show on Philadelphia sports radio station WIP-FM with Joe “The Hammer” DeCamara, as well as James Seltzer.
Jon Ritchie Age
Jon was born on September 4, 1974, in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, United States. He is 49 years old.
Jon Ritchie Height
He is a man of above-average stature and stands at a height of 6 ft 2 in ( Approx. 1.88m ).
Jon Ritchie Family
He was born and raised in Mechanicsburg, Pa. by his parents. Jon holds an American nationality and belongs to the white ethnicity. Information about his parents and siblings is not available at the moment.
Jon Ritchie Wife | Wife Marielle
Jon is married to his beautiful wife Marielle Ritchie. Together, the couple shares three children Joe, Marlowe, and Mila. The family resides in Central Pennsylvania.
Jon Ritchie Education
He attended Cumberland Valley High School near Carlisle, Pennsylvania from 1989 to 1993. While there, Jon led his high school football team to the state championship in 1992. Later, he enrolled at the University of Michigan as a freshman and sophomore. While t Michigan, he rushed for 120 yards and caught two passes for 13 yards. He transferred to Stanford University where he rushed 17 times for 95 yards and received nine passes for 80 yards and two touchdowns.
Jon Ritchie WIP
He is currently working for WIP as the morning co-host of morning show along with James Seltzer and JoeDecamara.
Some of Jon’s Colleagues at WIP include:
Joe Giglio – Sports Talk Host
Jon Marks – Color Commentator
Ike Reese – Host
Jody McDonald – Sports Talk Show Host
Mike Quick – Radio Talk Show Host
Jon Ritchie Raider | Eagles
Jon was drafted in the third round of the 1998 NFL Draft by the Oakland Raiders. He played for the Raiders for five seasons. The Raiders led the league in total yardage in 2002, en route to an AFC Championship and appearance in Super Bowl XXXVII, where Oakland lost to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Later in 2003, Jon signed a two-year contract with the Philadelphia Eagles. He had expressed an interest in playing closer to his hometown, which was just 90 miles west of Philadelphia, so his friends and family could watch and attend his games. Jon was also second on the team in touchdown receptions in 2003, with the Eagles running backs playing a larger role in the passing game than the lackluster receiving core. He retired from playing prior to the 2006 season and started a career in sports media.
Joe DeCamara Jon Ritchie | Radio
Following his retirement in 2006, Jon got into the broadcasting arena, providing analysis as a commentator on ESPN’s Outside the Lines, ESPN’s First Take, NFL 32, College Football Overdrive, and SportsNation. He served as the co-host on the Artie Lange Show on DirecTV, as well as on-air talent for NBC Sports Network’s Pro Football Talk and Fantasy Football Live. Currently, he co-hosts the morning show on Philadelphia sports radio station WIP-FM with Joe “The Hammer” DeCamara, as well as James Seltzer.
Jon Ritchie Net Worth
He earns his wealth from his career, therefore, he has amassed a fortune over the years. Jon’s net worth is $3 million.
Who Is Jon Ritchie
Jon is a former professional American football fullback in the National Football League and sports radio host. He played for seven seasons in the NFL, playing for the Oakland Raiders and the Philadelphia Eagles.
Is Jon Ritchie Married
Yes. He is married his beautiful wife Marielle Ritchie. Together, the duo share three children Joe, Marlowe, and Mila, and reside in Central Pennsylvania.
How Old Is Jon Ritchie
Jon is 49 years old. He was born on September 4, 1974, in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, in the USA.
Jon’s Social Media Handle
Twitter: @RitchieJon