It's the end of Desmond Ridder in Atlanta! The young quarterback has just been traded by the Falcons. He joined the Cardinals.
The end of Desmond Ridder in Atlanta is definitely confirmed! The young quarterback was unable to make the difference to take the reins of the Falcons attack. With the recent arrival of Kirk Cousins, it is no great surprise that Ridder is leaving his team. He was just traded by his team with receiver Rondale Moore. Thus, the 24-year-old quarterback joins the Arizona Cardinals.
He should become Kyler Murray's understudy in a team that has been struggling for several seasons. Despite everything, he remains an interesting bet for the future given his young experience.
New understudy from Kyler Murray
Selected in the third round of the 2022 draft, the former Cincinnati Bearcats quarterback emerged from his first two professional seasons with a mixed record. He started as a starter in 17 games, with a pass completion rate of 64%, for 14 touchdowns and 12 interceptions. He also committed nine fumbles, often very costly for his team.
In the end, Taylor Heinicke was preferred. The latter logically becomes the second name on the list of quarterbacks in Atlanta. Kirk Cousins will also be able to count on a new target with the arrival of Moore. A second-round pick in the 2021 draft, he caught 135 passes for 1,201 yards and three touchdowns in 39 games.
