JOHN RIDGEWAY III NEWS

John Ridgeway III talks FG Block | Saints-Falcons Postgame | 2024 NFL Week 10 New Orleans Saints defensive tackle John Ridgeway III's postgame interview after the Saints' win vs. the Atlanta Falcons in Week 10 of the 2...

NOVEMBER 10 • NEWORLEANSSAINTS.COM

Back for Week 10 Ridgeway (oblique) is active for Sunday's game against Atlanta.

Impact Ridgeway was sidelined for Week 9 against Carolina due to an oblique injury, but the 2022 fifth-round pick will suit up Sunday. Across six regular-season games, Ridgeway has logged eight tackles (four solo) while serving as the Saints' backup defensive tackle.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive versus Panthers Ridgeway (oblique) will not play in Sunday's matchup with the Panthers.

Impact Ridgeway has not played more than 36 percent of the defensive snaps in any game this season, so his impact is not expected to have much of an impact defensively. His next opportunity to suit up will come in Week 10 versus the Falcons.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

John Ridgeway III joins the New Orleans Saints | Meet the Team Photos New Orleans Saints announced they have traded for defensive tackle John Ridgeway III. Check out John Ridgeway III in action with the Washing...

AUGUST 30 • NEWORLEANSSAINTS.COM

Commanders GM Adam Peters Explains John Ridgeway III Trade On Wednesday, the Washington Commanders traded John Ridgeway III to the New Orleans Saints and general manager Adam Peters explains why.

AUGUST 29 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

What Does John Ridgeway Trade Mean For Washington? The Commanders traded defensive tackle John Ridgeway to the New Orleans Saints; what does this mean for Washington?

AUGUST 29 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Traded to Saints Ridgeway was traded from the Commanders to the Saints along with a 2025 seventh-round draft pick in exchange for a 2025 sixth-round draft pick Wednesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN repo...

Impact The addition of Ridgeway gives New Orleans some insurance on the interior of the defensive line as starting defensive tackle Khalen Saunders recovers from a calf injury that could be impact his Week 1 availability. Ridgeway appeared in 32 games for Washington over the previous two seasons, notching 55 tackles (30 solo).

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Saints swap draft picks in trade for Washington DT John Ridgeway III The New Orleans Saints have traded for Washington Commanders DT John Ridgeway III, improving their depth after an injury to Khalen Saunders:

AUGUST 28 • USATODAY.COM

Finishes second year with 31 tackles Ridgeway had 31 tackles (16 solo) and one pass defense in 17 games in 2023.

Impact The 2022 fifth-round pick has started six of 32 games through two pro seasons, recording 55 tackles on 636 defensive snaps. Ridgeway is still searching for his first NFL sack and figures to have a rotational role again in 2024.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Still dealing with foot injury Ridgeway (foot) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Ridgeway was able to play through his foot issue in Sunday's loss versus the 49ers, so any limitations at this point may simply be maintenance-related. If he is able to practice in full Thursday or Friday, he'll likely avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing torn pectoral muscle Ridgeway suffered a torn pectoral muscle in Sunday's win over the Cowboys, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Impact With fellow defensive linemen James Smith-Williams (concussion) and Jonathan Allen (knee) both unavailable for Washington's regular-season finale versus Dallas, Ridgeway was called upon to handle an increased workload this past weekend. The 23-year-old rookie registered a career-high five tackles on just 13 defensive snaps before departing with what has since been revealed as a torn pectoral muscle which will likely require months of rehabilitation. With the Commanders having missed the playoffs this season, Ridgeway will aim for a full recovery by the start of the 2023-24 campaign next fall.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with injury Ridgeway has exited Sunday's game against the Cowboys with a shoulder injury.

Impact Ridgeway had an increased role in the game due to Jonathan Allen (knee) being out. However, he now finds himself on the sidelines as well. In his absence, Benning Potoa'e and David Bada should see increased opportunities.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Watch: Commanders' John Ridgeway Body Slams Texans' Dameon Pierce in Game The Washington rookie employed a WWE move to bring down the Houston ballcarrier.

NOVEMBER 20, 2022 • SI.COM

Why John Ridgeway's suplex tackle on Texans' Dameon Pierce didn't result in an ejection What a maneuver!

NOVEMBER 20, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Self-inflicted wounds, offensive limitations stall Commanders' progress The Commanders have committed obvious mistakes, like John Ridgeway's penalty Sunday, but limited talent at key positions and persistent issu...

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Errors, penalties on special teams define a frustrating day for the Commanders In a game of missed opportunities, the Commanders’ struggles on special teams were magnified. A fourth-quarter penalty on John Ridgeway loom...

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Ends up in Washington Ridgeway was claimed off waivers by the Commanders on Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Ridgeway was waived by the Cowboys on Saturday after he didn't see the field during the team's season opener against the Buccaneers. The 2022 fifth-round pick figures to help shore up Washington's depleted defensive tackle position after fellow rookie Phidarian Mathis (knee) underwent successful surgery to repair a torn meniscus last Friday.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Waived by Dallas The Cowboys waived Ridgeway on Saturday, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Ridgeway was selected by the Cowboys in the fifth round of the 2022 NFL Draft, but the rookie didn't appear in the season opener and has been let go by Dallas. If he clears waivers, the 6-foot-5, 321-pound defensive tackle could rejoin the team via a practice-squad deal.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Key Cowboys storylines in second preseason game include gunslinger QB

Entering the Cowboys' preseason game against the Chargers, David Helman breaks down what to watch for in L.A. on Saturday.

AUGUST 19, 2022

Cowboys Vs. Broncos Rookie John Ridgeway Injury Update Updated by the minute, our Cowboys NFL Free Agency and Trade Tracker: News and views on the roster-building effort

AUGUST 12, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Jerry Jones: 'No urgency' about Cowboys' WR injuries

Cowboys owner/GM Jerry Jones isn't in a rush to find an external replacement for James Washington, but he should be, David Helman writes.

AUGUST 3, 2022

'Vanilla Gorilla': 'I'll Break Your Neck!' Promises Colorful Cowboys Rookie “I’m going to try,’’ the 6-5, 320-pound fifth-round pick John Ridgeway says, “to break someone’s neck when I get out there.’’

MAY 7, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Cowboys Look for Depth with Razorbacks' 'Vanilla Gorilla' Dallas grabs “intriguing” John Ridgeway late in fifth round of NFL Draft.

MAY 2, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Picked up by Dallas The Cowboys selected Ridgeway in the fifth round of the 2022 NFL Draft, 178th overall.

Impact Ridgeway is a massive presence on the defensive line at 6-foot-5, 321 pounds. He transferred to Arkansas in 2021 after playing at a high level at Illinois State and he made a smooth transition despite the bump up in competition. Dallas needs big bodies in the middle and Ridgeway fits the bill.

APRIL 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE