Challenges: MPF percentile
19%
Seasons: 1 | Days played: 39 | Wins: 0 | Final Three: 1
- Survivor 35: Heroes v Healers v Hustlers (2017) - 3rd place, one jury vote.
- Received 1 jury vote to finish third (5-2-1) in Episode 14, "Million Dollar Night" (Day 39).
Ryan Ulrich on social media: twitter
| Challenge stats | Tribal council stats | Jury stats | Overall stats | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | ChW | ChA | ChW% | VFB | VAP | TCA | TC% | wTCR | JVF | TotJ | JV% | SurvSc | SurvAv |
| S35: HvHvH | 0.63 | 14.28 | 0.04 | 8 | 0 | 12 | 0.67 | 4.67 | 1 | 8 | 0.13 | 0.84 | 6.05 |
| Career | 0.63 | 14.28 | 0.04 | 8 | 0 | 12 | 0.67 | 4.67 | 1 | 8 | 0.13 | 0.84 | 6.05 |
Ryan Ulrich - Performance ranks
Tribal: VFB% percentile
68%
Tribal: rVAP percentile
99%
Performance ranks are a quick visual measure of the contestant's season vs. historical data from all prior contestants, in three basic (scorable) categories:
1. Performance in individual challenges (MPF), as a measure of "physical game";
2. Ability to vote people out consistently (VFB%, or VFB/TCA), or "strategic game"; and
3. Ability to avoid being voted against (rVAP, or TCA-VAP) - which scales better than a percentage would - for "social/strategic game."
See also: Full glossary for all these abbreviations.
Ryan Ulrich - Challenge record
S35: Heroes v Healers v Hustlers 
Tribal/team challenge record (2-for-14; 2 2nds; 1 sit-out):
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers Ep. 1 RC: "Quest for Fire" - Hustlers still paddling as the challenge ends (3rd/3).
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers Ep. 1 IC: "Tracks of My Tears" - Hauls the cart with Lauren; Hustlers don't lose! (2nd*/3).
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers Ep. 2 RC/IC: "Crossroads" - Watches Devon retrieve puzzle pieces; Hustlers lose (3rd/3).
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers Ep. 3 RC/IC: "Rock In a Hard Place" - Crosses barriers, stacks blocks, but Hustlers lose (3rd/3).
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers Ep. 4 RC: "Tangled Up" - Now with new Soko, untangles and hauls, but Soko loses.
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers Ep. 4 IC: "The Color and the Shape" - Hauls, works the puzzle; Soko doesn't lose (2nd*/3).
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers Ep. 5 RC: "Head Long Flight" - Struggles mightily to move the ball along; Soko loses (3rd/3).
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers Ep. 5 IC: "Rice Race" - Sits out, as Soko loses again (3rd/3).
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers Ep. 6 RC: "A-Tension Span" - Helps move the boat, watches JP shoot; Soko wins! (1st/3).
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers Ep. 6 IC: "Discy Business" - Holds the rope, stacks blocks, but Soko loses (3rd/3).
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers Ep. 8 RC: "Air Raid" - Misses on his first shot, wisely swaps out, and the blue team wins.
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers Ep. 9 RC: "Hear About It Ladder" - Helps Lauren unlock the crate, but blue team loses.
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers Ep. 11 RC: "Kenny Log-Ins" - Helps gather and haul logs, but the the red team loses.
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers Ep. 13 RC: "The Bottom Line" - Paired with Mike; unsurprisingly, this team loses.
Individual challenge record (0-for-11): (Mean % finish: 44.4%)
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers, Ep. 7 IC: "Will It Go Round" - First person out, mere seconds in (12th/12).
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers, Ep. 8 IC: "Ten Foot Pole" - Fifth person to drop out (7th/11).
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers, Ep. 9 IC: "Squatty Probst" - Lasts an impressive 20 minutes, but does not win (3rd/10).
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers, Ep. 10 RC: "The Game is Afoot" - Still on the second row when Lauren wins (tie-7th/9).
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers, Ep. 10 IC: "Bermuda Triangles" - Lasts over 20 minutes, but does not win (3rd/9).
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers, Ep. 11 IC: "Driving Wheel" - Still collecting puzzle pieces as IC ends (tie-7th/8).
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers, Ep. 12 RC: "Love on the Rocks" - Ryan & Steve are one of 5 pairs out in first round (tie-3rd/7).
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers, Ep. 12 IC: "This Much" - Lasts 15 minutes, but third person to drop out (5th/7).
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers, Ep. 13 IC: "Franklin's Tower" - One of 5 working on the puzzle as Chrissy wins (tie-2nd/6).
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers, Ep. 14 F5 IC: "Might As Well Jump" - One of 4 working on the puzzle as Chrissy wins (tie-2nd/5).
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers, Ep. 14 F4 IC: "You Shook Me" - Almost wins twice, but doesn't quite get there (tie-2nd/4).
Hero challenge/ duel record (0-for-0):
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers: None.
Career totals - challenges
| Wins: | 2 |
| 2nd place: | 2 |
| Played: | 14 |
| Win%: | 0.21 |
| Sat out: | 1 |
| Wins: | 0 |
| Played: | 11 |
| Win%: | 0.00 |
| Mean% Finish: | 44.4% |
| Wins: | 0 |
| Played: | 0 |
| Win%: | - |
| Mean% Finish: | - |
Ryan Ulrich - Tribal Council record
S35: Heroes v Healers v Hustlers 
Idols held/played: (2/1; 2 votes voided)
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers, Ep. 1: Finds the advantage/Super Idol (Day 1), sends it to Chrissy (Day 3).
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers, Ep. 8: Finds an actual hidden idol, after burying the clue plate at reward (Day 20).
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers, Ep. 11: Plays his idol, voiding 2 out of 8 votes (Day 30).
VFB - Votes for the person booted (8/12):
| Tribal | Voted | Boot (totals) | VFB? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ep2 | Simone | Simone Nguyen (voted out, 5-1) | Yes |
| Ep3 | Patrick | Patrick Bolton (voted out, 4-1) | Yes |
| Ep5 | Roark | Roark Luskin (voted out, 3-2) | Yes |
| Ep6 | Ali | Ali Elliott (voted out, 3-1) | Yes |
| Ep7 | Jessica | Jessica Johnston (voted out, 7-5) | Yes |
| Ep8 | Desi | Desi Williams (voted out, 4-4-1-1; 7-1) | Yes |
| Ep9 | Cole | Cole Medders (voted out, 7-[0]-1) | Yes |
| Ep10 | Mike | JP Hilsabeck (voted out, 5-3-1) | - |
| Ep11 | Ashley | Joe Mena (voted out, 4-2-[0]) | - |
| Ep12 | Ben | Lauren Rimmer (idoled out, [0]-1) | - |
| Ep13 | Ashley | Ashley Nolan (voted out, 5-1) | Yes |
| Ep14 | Ben | Mike Zahalsky (idoled out, [0]-1-1; 2-1) | - |
| 12 | TOTALS | 8 | |
VAP - Votes against (0):
- [Heroes v Healers v Hustlers, Ep. 11: Two votes, both voided by Ryan's idol play.]
Jury votes received (1/8):
- Heroes v Healers v Hustlers, Ep. 14: One vote, from Devon Pinto (finished third, 5-2-1).
Career totals - Tribal Council
| Advantages held/played: | 0/0 |
| Idols found: | 2 |
| Idols played: | 1 |
| Votes voided: | 2 |
| VFB: | 8 |
| Tribals: | 12 |
| VAP: | 0 |
| Made: | - |
| Received: | 1 |
| Total jurors: | 8 |
Ryan Ulrich - Pictures
S35: Heroes v Healers v Hustlers -
Heroes v. Healers v. Hustlers intro shot -
Heroes v. Healers v. Hustlers intro shot -
Bonus Heroes v. Healers v. Hustlers intro shot -
On the boat, Day 1 -
Opening sequence confessional about... turtlenecks -
Finding the super idol before leaving the boat -
Taking a moment to read about his find -
It's a Super Idol! -
Using the Super Idol to form an alliance with Devon -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep1 IC -
Riding the cart -
Watching the table maze -
Hustlers don't lose! -
Sending the Super Idol over to Chrissy -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep2 RC/IC -
Watching the puzzle stage -
The losing Hustlers -
Hustlers, Ep2 Tribal Council -
Talking to Probst -
Fashion hour with Simone's old clothes, Ep3 -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep3 RC/IC -
Watching Patrick toss sandbags -
The losing Hustlers -
Hustlers, Ep3 Tribal Council -
Listening to Lauren -
Pre-swap lineup, Ep4 -
The new Soko tribe -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep4 RC -
Hauling the sled -
The second-place (but losing) Sokos -
Happy to finally meet Chrissy -
So back on Day 1 I found this Super Idol... -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep4 IC -
Going under the net -
Soko doesn't lose! -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep5 RC -
Getting some assistance from JP -
I did poorly in the challenge, but I rely on my social game -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep5 IC -
Watching from the sidelines -
Soko, Ep5 Tribal Council -
Listening to Ali -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep6 RC -
Watching JP hit targets -
Soko wins pizzas! -
JP carried us in that challenge, may have to consider taking him out -
Until then... lots of pizzas! -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep6 IC -
Holding the line -
The losing Sokos -
Soko, Ep6 Tribal Council -
Listening to Ali -
Pre-merge lineup, Ep7 -
Merge feasting -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep7 IC -
Ryan is done, seconds in -
Solewa tribe, Ep7 Tribal Council -
Listening to Joe -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep8 RC -
Preparing to shoot -
Blue team wins! -
Pasta was fine, but I was looking for an idol clue -
Found one, and promptly hid it -
Making a speedy digging attempt -
Got it -
Watching the ensuing melee -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep8 IC -
Outlasted Mike this time -
Solewa, Ep8 Tribal Council -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep9 RC -
Watching Ben shoot -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep9 IC -
Still going, 20 minutes in -
Solewa, Ep9 Tribal Council -
Watching Mike play his idol -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep10 RC -
Making progress -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep10 IC -
Down to a three-way endurance test -
Solewa, Ep10 Tribal Council -
Listening to Lauren -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep11 RC -
Watching the puzzle stage -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep11 IC -
Moving through the obstacle course -
Pretend strategy session with Ben -
Solewa, Ep11 Tribal Council -
Playing his idol -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep12 RC -
Talking about watching the show with his dad, Steve -
Starting line, Ep12 RC -
Enjoying the loved ones reward -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep12 IC -
Well this is fun -
Solewa, Ep12 Tribal Council -
Ben has an idol? -
Everyone agrees Ben is next, Ep13 -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep13 RC -
Ready to toss rings -
This is the greatest day of my life -
Private island dining done, time for strategy talk -
To the final three? -
Pre-challenge lineup, Ep13 IC -
Working on the cog puzzle -
Solewa, Ep13 Tribal Council -
Listening to Probst -
Great, Ben has another idol -
Pre-challenge lineup, F5 IC -
Working the puzzle -
Solewa, Final 5 Tribal Council -
Oh great, another Ben bomb -
Pre-challenge lineup, F4 IC -
Making progress, maybe -
Learning that he's automatically in the F3, thanks to Chrissy -
Solewa, F4 Tribal Council -
Cheering for Devon -
Morning 39 breakfast. Cheers! -
Talking about his jury speech plans -
Heading to Tribal -
The final three -
Pleading his case -
Waiting for the vote reveal -
Full cast, reunion show
Ryan Ulrich - Interviews
S35: Heroes v Healers v Hustlers Pre-game interviews
- CBS pre-game interview (YouTube, 8/30/17)
- Josh Wigler at The Hollywood Reporter (5/24/17): "An Early Look at 6 New Castaways"
- Josh Wigler at The Hollywood Reporter (9/21/17): "Player Profile: Meet Ryan Ulrich"
Post-game interviews
- Gordon Holmes at XfinityTV.com (12/21/17): "Ryan and Chrissy: 'I Think We Both Would Have Voted for Ben to Win'"
- Mike Bloom at Parade.com (12/21/17): "Chrissy Hofbeck and Ryan Ulrich Crunch the Numbers and Give Tips"
- Dalton Ross at EW.com (12/21/17): "Ryan on why he was 'distraught' from final four twist"
- Rob Cesternino at RHAP (12/21/17): "Final 5 Exit Interviews - 12/20/17"
Ryan Ulrich - Bio
S35: Heroes v Healers v Hustlers Excerpts from his official CBS Heroes v. Healers v. Hustlers bio page (8/30/17):
"Pet peeves: Smoking, political correctness, and people who lack passion.
What's your personal claim to fame? I've worked a lot of jobs, but I am most proud of my internships with both houses of Congress, and the British Consulate. I also aspire to attend law school.
Who or what is your inspiration in life? New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning is my inspiration in life. His toughness is admirable, as he has never missed a game in his entire NFL career. He has a humble demeanor, and always takes responsibility if the team loses. Even though he has won two Super Bowls, he is continually critiqued, yet always acts with grace and humility. Eli has honestly provided me with some of the best moments of my life, so take that for what it's worth.
If you could have three things on the island, what would they be and why? First I would bring a sports visor which will block out the sun as well as allow the top of my head to get an Island breeze, a McDonald's Shamrock Shake because they are seasonal so any opportunity I have to get one, I have to take, and a podium so I could give press conferences to pretend people care about what I have to say.
Which Survivor contestant are you most like? Todd Herzog, on Survivor: China, he had tremendous social skills and charisma; he was incredibly well-spoken and he was relatable enough to build bonds that lasted until the end. Similar to Todd, I think some of my abilities are underestimated by others.
What's your reason for being on Survivor? I love the game. I have wanted to play this game since I was six years old. It's much more than a game to me, it's a passion, I obsess over it. Life does not give you many opportunities to test yourself like Survivor is designed to.
Why do you think you'll "survive" Survivor? I feel like I can get along with a variety of different people because I have knowledge of different topics. Without question, I am there to win and I will use relationships to get to the end yet I will do it in a way that ensures I'm liked enough to get votes."