Jon Runyan
Jon Runyan | |||||
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New Jersey's 3rd district | |||||
In office January 3, 2011 – January 3, 2015 | |||||
Preceded by | John Adler | ||||
Succeeded by | Tom MacArthur | ||||
Personal details | |||||
Born | Jon Daniel Runyan November 27, 1973 Flint, Michigan, U.S. | ||||
Political party | Republican | ||||
Spouse | Loretta Runyan | ||||
Children | 3, including Jon Runyan Jr. | ||||
Alma mater | University of Michigan | ||||
Website | House website | ||||
American football career |
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No. 69, 79 | |||||
Position: | Offensive tackle | ||||
Personal information | |||||
Height: | 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m) | ||||
Weight: | 330 lb (150 kg) | ||||
Career information | |||||
High school: | Carman-Ainsworth (Flint Township, Michigan) | ||||
College: | Michigan | ||||
NFL draft: | 1996 / Round: 4 / Pick: 109 | ||||
Career history | |||||
Career highlights and awards | |||||
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Career NFL statistics | |||||
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Player stats at NFL.com · PFR | |||||
Jon Daniel Runyan (born November 27, 1973) is an American athlete and politician who was the
He was selected by the
On November 6, 2013, Runyan announced he would not seek reelection to Congress in 2014.[1]
On May 17, 2016, the NFL announced they hired Runyan as their Vice President of the Policy and Rules administration.[2]
Football career
Early years
Runyan was born in Flint, Michigan where his father was an employee of General Motors.[3]
Runyan continues to hold the
Professional
Height | Weight | Arm length | Hand span | 40-yard dash | 10-yard split | 20-yard split | 20-yard shuttle |
Vertical jump | Broad jump | Bench press | ||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6 ft 7+1⁄2 in (2.02 m) |
308 lb (140 kg) |
34 in (0.86 m) |
9+5⁄8 in (0.24 m) |
5.34 s | 1.80 s | 3.12 s | 4.73 s | 24.5 in (0.62 m) |
8 ft 7 in (2.62 m) |
25 reps | ||
All values from NFL Combine[8] |
Houston/Tennessee Oilers/Titans
Runyan was
Philadelphia Eagles
Runyan was signed by the
On March 24, 2006, the Eagles announced that Runyan had re-signed with the team with a three-year contract.[12] He had visited with the New York Jets on March 21 prior to re-signing with the Eagles.[13]
In a Sports Illustrated magazine in October 2006, Runyan was ranked second on a list of the Dirtiest Players in the NFL.[14] Bills linebacker Shawne Merriman stated that Runyan "was one of the dirtiest players I've ever been against in my whole entire life. He was real good at being dirty".[15] Runyan did not deny the charges, criticizing the current game instead: "That's the way the game's supposed to be played. I think they’ve tried to change that over the years. It's turned into a basketball game out there."[15]
In a 2007 game against the Dallas Cowboys, Runyan instructed Eagles running back Brian Westbrook to take a knee at the one-yard line rather than score a touchdown with two minutes left in the game so that Dallas would not get the ball back. Westbrook followed Runyan's direction, the play worked, and Philadelphia won the game.[16]
A 2008 poll revealed that getting blocked by Runyan on a screen pass was one of the scariest things in the NFL.[17]
Runyan held the remarkable streak for an
On January 28, 2009, Runyan had microfacture surgery on his right knee.[18] In February 2009, Runyan's contract expired with the team. He worked out for the Eagles on September 10,[19] but did not sign a contract. He was signed by the San Diego Chargers, playing in five games before retiring.
U.S. House of Representatives
Elections
- 2010
In November 2009, published reports indicated Runyan was interested in running for Congress.[20] On November 24, 2009, Runyan announced his congressional bid to challenge one-term Democratic incumbent John Adler for New Jersey's 3rd congressional district, which included parts of Burlington, Camden and Ocean Counties. Libertarian nominee Russ Conger and Your Country Again nominee Lawrence J. Donahue were also running. Even though he now played for the Chargers, he maintained a home in Mount Laurel, across the Delaware River from Philadelphia (and which coincidentally also happens to be home to the headquarters of NFL Films).[21] On March 7, 2010, the Ocean County Republicans endorsed Runyan.[22] On June 8, Runyan won the Republican nomination.[23] On November 2, 2010, Runyan defeated Adler 50%–47%, becoming the first challenger to unseat an incumbent New Jersey Congressman since Rush Holt in 1998. He lost the Burlington and Camden portions of the district, but carried solidly Republican Ocean County by nearly 20,000 votes, far exceeding his overall winning margin of over 6,000 votes.[24] Runyan is the fourth former NFL player to be elected to Congress, after Jack Kemp, Steve Largent, and Heath Shuler.[25]
- 2012
Runyan was re-elected, defeating attorney
- 2014
Runyan announced that he would not seek re-election, after expressing frustration with his fellow Republicans over the government shutdown.[1]
Tenure
Over the course of his tenure, Runyan sponsored 15 pieces of legislation.
In June 2013, Runyan was one of the sponsors to pass an amendment to H.R. 2217, the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act of 2014, which increased the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grants, and the Assistance to Firefighter Grants (FIRE) by $2.5 million each.[30]
On November 6, 2013, Runyan announced he would not seek reelection in 2014.[1]
Sponsored legislation
The following is a partial list of bills specifically sponsored (introduced) by Rep. Runyan.
- H.R. 1300 (long title: To amend the Fish and Wildlife Act of 1956 to reauthorize the volunteer programs and community partnerships for the benefit of national wildlife refuges, and for other purposes) is a bill that was introduced into the United States House of Representatives during the 113th United States Congress.[31] The bill would "extend through FY2017 the authorization of appropriations for volunteer services for programs conducted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service or the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), community partnership projects for national wildlife refuges, and refuge education programs."[31]
Committee assignments
- House Armed Services Committee
- Subcommittee on Tactical Air and Land Forces
- Subcommittee on Readiness
- House Committee on Veterans Affairs
- Chairman – Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs
- Subcommittee on Health
- House Committee on Natural Resources
- Subcommittee on Fisheries, Wildlife, Oceans and Insular Affairs
Caucus memberships
- Bipartisan Military Veterans Caucus
- Congressional Brain Injury Caucus
- Congressional Gaming Caucus
- House Army Caucus
- House Air Force Caucus
- House Coast Guard Caucus
- House Guard and Reserve Caucus
- House Oceans Caucus
- House Republican Israel Caucus
- House Special Operations Caucus
- House USO Caucus
- International Conservation Caucus
- Military Family Caucus
- Congressional Constitution Caucus[32]
Electoral history
Year | Democrat | Votes | Pct | Republican | Votes | Pct | 3rd Party | Party | Votes | Pct | 3rd Party | Party | Votes | Pct | 3rd Party | Party | Votes | Pct | ||||||
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2010 | John Adler | 104,252 | 47% | Jon Runyan | 110,215 | 50% | Peter DeStefano | New Jersey Tea Party |
3,284 | 1% | Russ Conger | Libertarian | 1,445 | <1% | Lawrence J. Donahue |
Your Country Again |
1,113 | <1% | ||||||
2012 | Shelley Adler
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145,506 | 45% | Jon Runyan | 174,253 | 54% |
Personal life
Runyan has three children with his wife, Loretta; they reside in Mt. Laurel, New Jersey.[34] His son, Jon Runyan Jr., played offensive line for the Michigan Wolverines football program[35] and was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in 2020.[36]
Runyan appeared as a construction worker alongside other Philadelphia Eagles in the Season 4 episode "America's Next Top Paddy's Billboard Model Contest" of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia.[citation needed]
In his spare time, Runyan works as an Uber driver in the Philadelphia area.[37]
See also
- Most consecutive starts by a right tackle
References
- ^ a b c "John Runyan won't seek re-election to Congress in 2014". New Jersey On-Line. November 6, 2013. Retrieved November 6, 2013.
- ^ "NFL names Jon Runyan VP of Policy and Rules Administration. He currently is one of the co-hosts of the Stoney and Runyan show on 97.1 The Ticket in the Detroit area". NFL.com. May 17, 2016. Retrieved May 2, 2017.
- ^ "Runyan for Congress". Archived from the original on December 3, 2010.[dead link]
- ^ "Middle School Records". Carman-Ainsworth High School. Archived from the original on July 19, 2011. Retrieved November 6, 2010.
- ^ "Track & Field Champions – 1990s: Class A". Michigan High School Athletic Association. Retrieved November 5, 2010.
- ^ "Detroit News All-State – 1990s". Detroit PSL Basketball. Retrieved November 6, 2010.
- ^ "Big Ten Conference Football Full Media Guide". CBS Interactive/Big Ten Conference. January 5, 2010. p. 76. Archived from the original on July 3, 2010. Retrieved November 6, 2010.
- ^ "Jon Runyan, Combine Results, OT - Michigan". nflcombineresults.com. Retrieved October 17, 2021.
- ^ "1996 NFL Draft Listing". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved March 30, 2023.
- ^ McClain, John (April 20, 2008). "And then there was one – After McNair's retirement, Eagles tackle Runyan is last Oiler standing". Houston Chronicle. Retrieved September 30, 2009.
- ^ "RB Stewart heads to Motor City". February 15, 2000. Retrieved March 7, 2010.
- ^ Pasquarelli, Len (March 24, 2006). "Eagles, OT Runyan agree to three-year contract". ESPN.com. Retrieved March 7, 2010.
- ^ Robinson, Charles (March 21, 2006). "Bargain shopping begins". Yahoo! Sports. Retrieved March 7, 2010.
- ^ "Pats' Harrison can't wash hands of dirtiest player label". ESPN.com. October 19, 2006. Retrieved March 7, 2010.
- ^ a b "Yahoo! Sports – Sports News, Scores, Rumors, Fantasy Games, and more". Sports.yahoo.com. Retrieved August 22, 2010.
- ^ "Eagles RB Westbrook credits Runyan for his stop inside 1-yard line". CBSSports.com. December 17, 2007. Retrieved March 7, 2010.
- ^ "Seifert: NFL fear factors". ESPN.com. October 30, 2008. Archived from the original on November 2, 2008.[dead link]
- ^ Tucker, Ross (May 27, 2009). "Old man and the knee: Runyan eyes return despite injury issues". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved March 7, 2010.
- ^ "Eagles Work Out Runyan – Philadelphia Eagles". Archived from the original on October 16, 2009. Retrieved September 26, 2009.
- ^ "Former Eagles player is possible Adler opponent". Politicker NJ. Retrieved August 22, 2010.
- ^ "Runyan, now a Charger, announces NJ-3 congressional bid". Politicker NJ. Retrieved August 22, 2010.
- ^ "Ocean County Republicans back Runyan for Congress". pressofAtlanticCity.com. March 6, 2010. Retrieved August 22, 2010.
- ^ "On Politics: Covering the US Congress, Governors, and the 2010 Election – USATODAY.com". Content.usatoday.com. June 8, 2010. Retrieved August 22, 2010.
- ^ "Our Campaigns - NJ - District 03 Race - Nov 02, 2010". www.ourcampaigns.com.
- ^ "Meet the GOP Freshmen, From Cotton Farms, Funeral Homes and the NFL", Politics Daily by Patricia Murphy (November 8, 2010)
- ^ "Shelley Adler set to announce bid for Congress". PolitickerNJ. January 29, 2012. Retrieved January 22, 2012.
- ^ [1] Archived December 14, 2012, at the Wayback Machine
- ^ Davis, Susan. "House retirements fuel shrinking political center". USA TODAY.
- ^ Post Store. "Jon Runyan - U.S. Congress Votes Database - The Washington Post". The Washington Post. Retrieved May 2, 2017.
- ^ Fabrikant, Mel (June 7, 2013). "Pascrell, Runyan Amendment to Increase Funding for First Responders Passes House". The Paramus Post. Retrieved July 27, 2013.
- ^ a b "H.R. 1300 – Summary". United States Congress. Retrieved July 22, 2013.
- ^ "Members". Congressional Constitution Caucus. Retrieved May 8, 2018.
- ^ "Election Statistics". Office of the Clerk of the House of Representatives. Archived from the original on July 25, 2007. Retrieved December 18, 2011.
- ^ Brookover, Bob. "Free agent Runyan to visit Jets today: The right tackle is also talking to the Birds. His goal is to stay near home and also get a good deal.", The Philadelphia Inquirer, March 21, 2006. Accessed March 25, 2011. "Runyan, 32, said this is likely to be his last NFL contract, and it is clear that he would like to remain with the Eagles if the price is right. Barring that, he wants to remain as close to his Mount Laurel home as possible."
- ^ Sullivan, Tim. "Runyan Jr. follows dad to Ann Arbor". Rivals.com. Retrieved June 25, 2013.
- ^ "Jon Runyan selected in sixth round of 2020 NFL Draft". April 25, 2020.
- ^ Mullin, Matt (August 26, 2017). "Former Eagles All-Pro Jon Runyan explains why he's an Uber driver – and what happens when fans recognize him". Philly Voice. Retrieved August 28, 2017.