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Desmond Ridder News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 27

Vikings Sign QB Desmond Ridder To Practice Squad

The Minnesota Vikings announced they signed QB Desmond Ridder to their practice squad on Thursday. This comes as QB JJ McCarthy is currently in the league’s

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Jets Had Nine In For Workouts

Per the NFL transaction wire, the Jets had nine players in for workouts today, including two quarterbacks. The full list includes: DB Marcus Banks WR

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 10

49ers Worked Out Seven Including QBs Nathan Peterman & Desmond Ridder

The San Francisco 49ers hosted a large group of free agents for tryouts on Friday including three quarterbacks. The full list includes: WR Andrew Armstrong

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / September 28

Vikings gain advantage over Steelers with gameday inactives revealed

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Minnesota Vikings News / Pro Football Talk / September 17

Vikings will have Max Brosmer as No. 2 QB, Desmond Ridder as emergency QB Sunday

The Vikings signed Desmond Ridder to their active roster on Wednesday, but he won't be active for Sunday's game against the Bengals. Head coach Kevin O'Connell told reporters on Wednesday that Ridder will be inactive as the emergency third quarterback in Week 3.

NFL News / Pro Football Talk / September 17

Desmond Ridder won job with Vikings after tryout against Dorian Thompson-Robinson

A former Vikings quarterback, Brett Rypien, is now on the Cincinnati roster. And a former Bengals backup quarterback, Desmond Ridder, is now on the Minnesota roster.

NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 16

Former Falcons QB Signed to Vikings 53-Man Roster

A former Atlanta Falcons quarterback is finding a home in the NFL. According to NFL insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero, Desmond Ridder is signing with the Minnesota Vikings on their active roster. After being drafted in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft, Ridder started 17 games for the Falcons across the 2022 and 2023 seasons.

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NFL News / Field Level Media / September 16

Report: Vikings sign QB Desmond Ridder with JJ McCarthy ailing

The Minnesota Vikings are adding depth to the quarterback position by signing veteran free agent Desmond Ridder to the 53-man roster, the NFL Network reported on Tuesday.

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Vikings pull ultimate 4D chess move by signing ex-Bengals QB before Week 3

That meme of Michael Jordan — the basketball legend, not the former Cincinnati Bengals guard — from The Last Dance Netflix documentary where he says, "It became personal with me," sure appears to apply to young journeyman quarterback Desmond Ridder.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 26

Former Atlanta Falcons QB Cut Ahead of NFL 53-Man Roster Deadline

Atlanta Falcons 2022 third-round quarterback Desmond Ridder has experienced stints with three different teams since the Falcons gave up on him as a potential franchise signal-caller.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 26

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Cincinnati Bengals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 26

Bengals Releasing QB Desmond Ridder

Tom Pelissero of NFL Media reports that the Bengals are releasing QB Desmond Ridder on Tuesday. Ridder, 25, was a four-year starter at Cincinnati and quarterbacked the school to a berth in the College Football Playoff in 2021, the first time ever a non-Power 5 school had earned that distinction.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 23

Desmond Ridder Reflects on Bengals Training Camp As Roster Cuts Near

Desmond Ridder got his chance to prove worthy of a Bengals roster spot on Saturday in a 41-14 loss to the Colts. The veteran quarterback closed out the preseason going 8-of-20 passing for 75 yards, one interception, and one rushing touchdown.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bearcats on SI / August 8

Desmond Ridder Tosses Touchdown Pass in Cincinnati Bengals Preseason Debut

Desmond Ridder performed adequately in his Bengals preseason debut on Thursday night. The UC legend passed for 91 yards and one touchdown on 9-of-16 through the air in a loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bearcats on SI / July 23

Desmond Ridder In Action At Bengals Training Camp

Desmond Ridder is back playing football in Cincinnati as Bengals training camp gets underway ahead of the 2025 NFL season. The backup quarterback is rocking No.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Dice City Sports / July 21

Former Raiders quarterback returns to place of former glory

Desmond Ridder is leaving the Las Vegas Raiders for more familiar pastures. On Sunday, Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network confirmed that the quarterback has signed with the Cincinnati Bengals.

NFL News / Field Level Media / July 20

Bengals sign QB Desmond Ridder

The Cincinnati Bengals are signing quarterback Desmond Ridder, who returns to the city after playing four seasons at the University of Cincinnati. In six games (one start) for the Las Vegas Raiders last season, Ridder posted 458 passing yards and two touchdowns to two interceptions.

Las Vegas Raiders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 8

Desmond Ridder No Longer Expected To Try Out For Broncos

According to Parker Gabriel, free agent QB Desmond Ridder is “not likely” to participate in the Broncos’ rookie minicamp this weekend. Reports had said

Las Vegas Raiders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 6

Broncos Hosting QB Desmond Ridder For Tryout

According to Parker Gabriel, the Broncos are hosting QB Desmond Ridder for a tryout at their rookie minicamp. Ridder, 25, was a four-year starter at Cincinnati and quarterbacked the school to a berth in the College Football Playoff in 2021, the first time ever a non-Power 5 school had earned that distinction.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / May 6

Desmond Ridder trying out for AFC West team

Desmond Ridder continues to look for his next gig, and he may find that opportunity here.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / February 28

Raiders' stance on veteran QB has been revealed

He will join a backup quarterback market in free agency that includes experienced veterans.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 17

Watch: Raiders QB Desmond Ridder Speaks After Falcons Loss

LAS VEGAS -- The Las Vegas Raiders (2-12) lost to the Atlanta Falcons (7-7) 15-9 on Monday Night Football. With quarterback Aidan O'Connell still recovering from an injury, former Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder stepped in for the start.

NFL News / SportsTalkATL / December 16

Falcons Report: Desmond Ridder to start on Monday Night Football

As expected, the Falcons are going to face their former quarterback in Desmond Ridder on Monday Night Football for the world to see. Ridder started the last four games of his rookie season with the Falcons in 2022 before starting 13 games last season.

Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / December 16

Las Vegas Raiders Week 15: Desmond Ridder, And His Unpredictable Situation

Plenty of easily predictable events transpire throughout the National Football League each season. This year, for example, the reigning back-to-back Super Bowl Champions, the Kansas City Chiefs, sit atop the AFC with a 13-1 record through 15 weeks.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 10

Will Raiders' Ridder Have 'Revenge Game' vs. Falcons?

No player ever wants to talk about it. But every player thinks about it. ‘It’s just the business’ means nothing when a player gets traded or cut. It is always personal on some level. The Las Vegas Raiders need someone to stop the bleeding.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 25, 2024

QB Desmond Ridder on How He Fits in Raiders' Offense

The Las Vegas Raiders made a much-needed move this week by signing quarterback Desmond RIdder to the practice squad. The team needed to add depth to the position, as it placed quarterback Aidqan O'Connell on Injured Reserve after he fractured his thumb in Sunday's loss to the Los Angeles Rams.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 23, 2024

Ridder's Struggles Similar to Ones Raiders QBs Have

The Las Vegas Raiders, in need of a quarterback, recently signed Desmond Ridder off the Arizona Cardinals practice squad. Ridder gives the Raiders a quarterback with starting experience, but more specifically, starting experience on a bad football team, which should help the Raiders.