Ryan Leaf’s Recent Arrests Bring to Mind Top 10 Most Overhyped Athletes of All Time (Photos)

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Apr 3, 2012

Ryan Leaf's Recent Arrests Bring to Mind Top 10 Most Overhyped Athletes of All Time (Photos)What’s the one word that comes to mind when you hear the name Ryan Leaf? Quick. Go.

Was it “bust?” Well, if it was, you’re not alone, as the former NFL quarterback is typically regarded as one of the biggest busts in the history of sports. And now, with Leaf getting arrested twice in one week, his story just continues to get worse.

But Leaf isn’t the only athlete who’s ever failed to live up to the hype that surrounded him. With so many players coming and going every year, there’s bound to be those who simply can’t meet the lofty expectations that many have for them.

Many overhyped athletes were selected first in their respective drafts because, well, who can really foresee such a terrible career for the promising stars? But others, like Sam Bowie, fall on the list of most overhyped athletes because of who they were selected before.

So without further ado, feast your eyes on our list of the most overhyped athletes of all time — a list that every athlete would love to avoid.

Click here to see the Top 10 overhyped athletes of all time >>

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