In the 2022 AFL Draft period, Ryan was drafted to Collingwood at pick 28.[3] He played most of the year in the Collingwood's VFL side.[4] Ryan played his first game at AFL level in round 23 against the Brisbane Lions.[5] During the second quarter Ryan got knocked in the head by Lion's player Cam Rayner.[6] He was subbed off at half-time, ending his debut game.[7] Ryan would not play anymore games in the AFL or VFL that year.