Ratley played two seasons for the Aggies after transferring from Blinn College.[2][3] Over the course of 37 games (17 starts), Ratley caught 47 passes for 920 yards and eight touchdowns.[4]
On May 6, 2018, Ratley signed a rookie contract worth about $2.575 million. It includes a signing bonus worth over $160,000.[7] He made his NFL debut in Week 2 against the New Orleans Saints.[8] In Week 6 against the Los Angeles Chargers, he had six receptions for 82 receiving yards for his first professional statistics.[9]
Ratley was waived by the Browns on September 5, 2020.[10]
New York Giants
On September 6, 2020, Ratley was claimed off waivers by the New York Giants.[11] He was waived on October 13, 2020.[12]
Houston Texans
On October 20, 2020, Ratley was signed to the practice squad of the Houston Texans.[13] On December 28, 2020, Ratley was signed to the active roster.[14] He was waived on March 16, 2021.[15]
Detroit Lions
Ratley signed with the Detroit Lions on March 24, 2021.[16] He was waived on August 30, 2021.
Dallas Cowboys
Ratley signed with the Dallas Cowboys' practice squad on September 21, 2021. He was released on November 16.[17]
Minnesota Vikings
On December 15, 2021, Ratley was signed to the Minnesota Vikings practice squad.[18] He was waived on December 28.[19]