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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
Sunday's duel in Dublin between the Vikings and Steelers is here and both teams have revealed inactive players for the 8:30 a.m. CT kickoff. Minnesota's inactives include quarterbacks J.J.
Minnesota Vikings News / purplePTSD.com / September 28
Recently Hired Vikings Quarterback Appears Likely to Soon be Fired 
Vikings quarterback Desmond Ridder is working as the QB3 on Minnesota’s roster. He earned the job after proving to be a better option than Dorian Thompson-Robinson.
The 'NFL passer rating leaders' quiz
How many of the NFL's yearly leaders in passer rating in the Super Bowl era (since 1966) can you name in seven minutes?
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.
32 notable NFL QBs who were acquired well into the season
It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.
Minnesota Vikings News / CBSSports.com / September 17
Vikings sign Desmond Ridder as QB depth behind Carson Wentz after J.J. McCarthy's injury
Minnesota is trying to shore up its QB room with McCarthy sidelined
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.
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.
2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10
With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / September 16
Vikings sign new quarterback amid recent injury
The Minnesota Vikings have added a new quarterback in the wake of J.J. McCarthy’s injury.
NFL News / Stripe Hype / September 16
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
Recent roster moves cement 2022 QB class as one of worst ever
Here is a quick run down of where the first eight quarterbacks in that class are right now.
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.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 20
Bengals Signing QB Desmond Ridder
According to Tom Pelissero, the Bengals are signing QB Desmond Ridder to the roster. He’ll provide some additional depth behind Joe Burrow and Jake Browning
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.
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 / Pro Football Rumors / October 21, 2024
Raiders add QB depth after losing Aidan O'Connell to injury
With Aidan O’Connell heading to IR, the Raiders are adding some quarterback depth.
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