Falcons show promise, but future depends on QB Desmond Ridder's upside
With a high draft pick and a lot of cap space, the Falcons could be an NFC South contender in 2023. But do they have a franchise QB?JANUARY 9, 2023
DESMOND RIDDER #10 - QUARTERBACK - LAS VEGAS RAIDERS
74 YDS •
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0 INT
74 YDS
1 TD
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Falcons beat Tom Brady for first time as Bucs pull starters to avoid injuries
The Bucs finished with an 8-9 record, winning the NFC South but giving Tom Brady his first losing season as a starter. Up next: Dallas.JANUARY 9, 2023
Desmond Ridder speaks post game | Press Conference Falcons vs. Buccaneers Desmond Ridder speaks to the media post game.
JANUARY 8, 2023 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM
Leads team to Week 18 win Ridder completed 19 of 30 passes for 224 yards and two touchdowns during Sunday's 30-17 win over Tampa Bay.
Impact Ridder wasn't overly prolific or efficient, but he avoided turnovers and made plays when he needed to. He had a strong connection with Drake London, who finished with a career-high 120 receiving yards, but Ridder's touchdown passes went to Olamide Zaccheaus and MyCole Pruitt. It was Atlanta's second win with Ridder under center, and the two-game win streak to end the campaign is certainly an encouraging finish to build off of going into the offseason. However, the Falcons are likely still going to be in the market for a quarterback this offseason, leaving Ridder's future unclear.
JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Watch: Arthur Smith, Desmond Ridder on Falcons' win over Bucs Watch: #Falcons head coach Arthur Smith and QB Desmond Ridder discuss Sunday’s 30-17 win over the Bucs
JANUARY 8, 2023 • USATODAY.COM
Desmond Ridder's best plays vs. Buccaneers Week 18 Watch Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Desmond Ridder's best plays vs. Buccaneers during Week 18 of the 2022 season.
JANUARY 8, 2023 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM
Ridder throws first 2 TD passes as Falcons top Brady, Bucs
Rookie Desmond Ridder’s first two career touchdown passes powered the Atlanta Falcons to a 30-17 win over the playoff-bound Tampa Bay Buccaneers after Tom Brady added to his imposi...JANUARY 8, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
WATCH: Falcons Record-Setting Drive Ends with Desmond Ridder TD vs. Bucs The Atlanta Falcons’ rookie class is ending its first professional season in style.
JANUARY 8, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
WATCH: Falcons Record-Setting Drive Ends with Desmond Ridder TD vs. Bucs The Atlanta Falcons’ rookie class is ending its first professional season in style.
JANUARY 8, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Desmond Ridder maneuvers pocket to convert fourth down Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder maneuvers pocket to convert fourth down.
JANUARY 8, 2023 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM
Falcons Trail Bucs at Halftime as Desmond Ridder Throws First TD The Atlanta Falcons and Tampa Bay Buccaneers have hit the locker rooms after the first 30 minutes of action in the season finale.
JANUARY 8, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM
Falcons Trail Bucs at Halftime as Desmond Ridder Throws First TD The Atlanta Falcons and Tampa Bay Buccaneers have hit the locker rooms after the first 30 minutes of action in the season finale.
JANUARY 8, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Falcons WATCH: Rookie QB Desmond Ridder Throws First TD Pass vs. Bucs Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Desmond Ridder has thrown his first career touchdown pass in Sunday’s game against the Tampa Bay Buccanee...
JANUARY 8, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
'Everyone Needs a Hug!' Falcons QB Desmond Ridder's Message; Damar Hamlin Update Following the scary injury to Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin, Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Desmond Ridder delivered a strong messag...
JANUARY 7, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Can Desmond Ridder make an impression?; 5 young Bucs to watch in Week 18
Will the Falcons look for a new QB this offseason? Desmond Ridder has a chance to show them he's worth sticking with. Meanwhile, which young...JANUARY 6, 2023
QB corner: Falcons' Desmond Ridder on the Buccaneers' defense FLOWERY BRANCH -- Here’s what rookie quarterback Desmond Ridder had to say about the Buccaneers, the Falcons’ opponent at 1 p.m. Sunday at M...
JANUARY 6, 2023 • AJC.COM
How Desmond Ridder embraces the pressure of big moments, why he's committed to finishing season strong Ridder is the first quarterback in franchise history to complete at least 50 passes in his first three career starts
JANUARY 5, 2023 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM
Do Falcons have a sample size big enough to evaluate Desmond Ridder? With another 43 plays, Falcons rookie quarterback Desmond Ridder will hit the 250-play mark, and that sample size may be large enough for th...
JANUARY 4, 2023 • AJC.COM
Falcons 'Trust' Desmond Ridder - But Is Sample Size Enough? Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterback Desmond Ridder has earned the trust of coach Arthur Smith, but has he done enough in his three starts to...
JANUARY 4, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Falcons mailbag: Is Desmond Ridder the guy? How will they address all of their other needs? The Falcons must figure out if Ridder is their QB of the future before they can address the other holes on their roster.
JANUARY 4, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Ridder poised on final drive, feels confident as Falcons' QB
Desmond Ridder may not be the Falcons’ starting quarterback for 2023, but the rookie from Cincinnati at least will head into the offseason with a win to his creditJANUARY 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Desmond Ridder gives Falcons all-too-rare 'big-time play' and a win over Cardinals The Falcons' rookie quarterback led a fourth-quarter comeback for his first NFL victory as Atlanta won for the second time since October.
JANUARY 2, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM
