Ryan Leaf reportedly accosted Dr. David Chao verbally at Radio Radio

Ryan Leaf reportedly accosted Dr. David Chao verbally at Radio Radio

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Former Chargers quarterback Ryan Leaf reportedly engaged in a verbal confrontation with former Chargers physician Dr. David Chao at Radio Row during the lead-up to Super Bowl LX. The incident, described by Scott Kaplan of Kaplan & Crew, involved Leaf aggressively confronting Chao, who remained non-confrontational. Chao invited Leaf to discuss the matter further on Ross Tucker's podcast, but Leaf declined, using profane language towards both Chao and Tucker. Chao later stated he did not plan to take any action regarding the altercation, which did not become physical. The history between Leaf and Chao includes a lawsuit filed by Leaf accusing Chao of negligence in treating Leaf's injuries during their time with the Chargers.

Originally by https://www.nbcsports.com/author/mike-florioon February 5, 2026
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