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The Indianapolis Colts got an up close look at a former third round pick who has a history with one of their offensive starters

The Indianapolis Colts began their mandatory minicamp this week. They had perfect attendance from their roster and also had some extra guests present. With the team having multiple players in for a tryout, the most notable name being QB Desmond Ridder. The Atlanta Falcons drafted Ridder in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft.

NFL News / Stampede Blue / June 10

Report: Colts try out ex-Raiders QB Desmond Ridder among other players at minicamp

The Colts are reportedly kicking the tires on a potential backup quarterback option. According to the IndyStar’s Joel Erickson, the Indianapolis Colts

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / June 10

Colts to work out experienced backup QB amid Anthony Richardson's health issues

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NFL News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / June 10

Colts Working Out Former Falcons Starting QB

The Indianapolis Colts are reportedly working out a handful of free agent names during this weeks's mandatory minicamp session, with one of those names being former Atlanta Falcons starter, Desmond Ridder.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 10

Colts Hosting Nine Tryout Players At Mandatory Minicamp Including QB Desmond Ridder

Joel A. Erickson reports the Colts are hosting the following eight players for a tryout during mandatory minicamp. QB Desmond Ridder LB Jake Chaney CB

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

NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / May 7

Ex-Falcons QB Desmond Ridder Receives Next NFL Opportunity: Report

Quarterback Desmond Ridder is still chasing the NFL dream. The 25-year-old will try to make the Denver Broncos this spring. 9News' Mike Klis reported Tuesday that the Broncos invited Ridder to tryout at the team's rookie minicamp this weekend.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / May 7

Ex-Raiders QB Earns Tryout With Broncos

When the Las Vegas Raiders were dealing with injuries to quarterbacks Gardner Minshew and Aidan O'Connell, they took a chance and signed Desmond Ridder off the Arizona Cardinals' practice squad.

NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / May 7

Report: Broncos to Try Out Former Falcons Starting QB

In what could preempt a third-string competition, the Denver Broncos are hosting former Atlanta Falcons starting quarterback Desmond Ridder on a tryout during this weekend's rookie minicamp, 9NEWS' Mike Klis reported Tuesday.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / May 7

Former Las Vegas Raiders starter is being given a chance at new life in the NFL but with an AFC West rival

Last season was not a pretty one for the Las Vegas Raiders at all, but especially not on the offensive side of the ball. If anything, last season showed that the Raiders had to go get a quarterback this offseason.

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.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / March 1

Former Cardinals QB Hitting Free Agency

Former Arizona Cardinals QB Desmond Ridder is set to hit free agency, as the Las Vegas Raiders reportedly will not tender him as a restricted free agent per NFL Media's Tom Pelissero: "The #Raiders informed QB Desmond Ridder they won’t tender him as a restricted free agent, per source.

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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 / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 28

Raiders Won’t Tender RFA QB Desmond Ridder

According to Tom Pelissero, the Raiders have informed restricted free agent QB Desmond Ridder they will not tender him a contract offer. This makes Ridder

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.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Pro Football Rumors / December 16

Report reveals Raiders' starting-QB decision for Week 15

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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.

NFL News / SportsTalkATL / December 12

What if the Falcons lose to Desmond Ridder?

The world is a weird place, and Falcons fans know this better than most. It’s better to subscribe to Murphy’s Law when being a fan in Atlanta. What can go wrong will go wrong.

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 / Field Level Media / December 9

Raiders (2-11) hand QB1 to Desmond Ridder with Falcons up next

Another week, another loss and a new starting quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders. Desmond Ridder becomes the QB1 for the Raiders (2-11) in Week 15 as Las Vegas prepares to host his former team, the Atlanta Falcons (6-7), next Monday night.

NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 25

Falcons May See Desmond Ridder in Prime Time

The Atlanta Falcons may see a familiar face across the ball when they take on the Las Vegas Raiders in a Week 15 showdown currently slated for Monday Night Football on Dec.

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

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 / Raiders Newswire / October 23

Las Vegas Signs Ex-Falcons QB Desmond Ridder

Quarterback is the most important position in football, and the Las Vegas Raiders have struggled there so far. There was hope that changing from Gardner Minshew to Aidan O’Connell would help things, but O’Connell’s return as the starter didn’t make it through two full games.

NFL News / SportsTalkATL / October 22