Tim Ryan (born 6 June 1984) is an Irish rugby union player/coach for Highfield. His position of choice is at tighthead prop. Ryan has played for Ireland U-19's, while his brother Dave Ryan is also a prop and formerly played for Munster. In June 2010, Ryan signed for Newcastle Falcons from Toulon. He essentially swapped places with All Black legend Carl Hayman who had earlier moved from Newcastle to Toulon. Ryan Signed for Rugby Club I Cavalieri Prato from Newcastle Falcons although it is not clear when this occurred. In May 2012 Ryan joined Newport Gwent Dragons.