Desmond Ridder: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Report: With Desmond Ridder backing out, Broncos are bringing in Ian Book for a veteran try out

The Broncos are bringing in quarterback Ian Book, a former Saints and Sean Payton fourth-round pick, for a veteran try out. Earlier in the week, it was reported that former third-round pick Desmond Ridder would participate in the Broncos' rookie minicamp as a veteran tryout.

NFL News / Denver Broncos on SI / May 8

Report: Ex-Raiders QB Changes Course on Attending Broncos Camp

Desmond Ridder has experienced an apparent change of heart over his planned tryout with the Denver Broncos. The Denver Post's Parker Gabriel clarified

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Desmond Ridder 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

Desmond Ridder 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 / Mile High Report / May 7

Report: QB Desmond Ridder is getting a veteran tryout at the Broncos' rookie minicamp

The veteran quarterback will try out for the Broncos this weekend during their rookie minicamp According to 9NEWS Denver’s Mike Klis, veteran quarterback Desmond Ridder will get a veteran tryout with the Broncos this weekend during their rookie minicamp.

Denver Broncos News / A to Z Sports / May 7

Broncos take outside-the-box approach to potentially add quarterback depth as they look for a way to strengthen their roster

The Denver Broncos are keeping an eye on a particular quarterback option that could provide depth behind Bo Nix. The name is a familiar one, as he played in the AFC West alongside Denver a season ago. Desmond Ridder will throw at the Broncos’ rookie minicamp, according to Mike Klis of 9News.

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.

Desmond Ridder 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

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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

NFL News / Cards Wire / January 27

Revisiting the Rondale Moore-Desmond Ridder trade that nobody won

Last offseason, the Arizona Cardinals made a deal that made quite a bit of sense in retrospect. They send wide receiver Rondale Moore to the Atlanta Falcons in exchange for quarterback Desmond Ridder.

Washington Commanders News / Redskins Wire / December 29

When they last met: Commanders and Falcons

“When they last met” is an ongoing series during the NFL season, recalling the preceding game between Washington and the next opponent on the Commanders’ schedule.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / December 20

Has Raiders' QB Ridder Done Enough to Keep Starting Position?

The Las Vegas Raiders quarterback situation has arguably been the most pressing issue holding the offense and the team back over the previous two seasons.

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

As Aidan O’Connell rehabs his bone bruise, Vegas is set to turn elsewhere under center.

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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.

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

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.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / October 21