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Former Falcons quarterback released by Green Bay Packers
TL;DR
The Green Bay Packers are releasing former Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder after signing veteran Tyrod Taylor as Jordan Love's backup. Ridder is now set to enter free agency after two seasons with Atlanta.
Key points
- Green Bay Packers releasing Desmond Ridder
- Tyrod Taylor signed as Jordan Love's backup
- Ridder enters free agency after two seasons
- Ridder's stats: 3,544 yards, 14 touchdowns, 12 interceptions
- Drafted by Falcons in 2022 NFL Draft
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The Green Bay Packers are releasing former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder, NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported Monday afternoon. The Packers have agreed to terms with veteran quarterback Tyrod Taylor and will release Ridder in a corresponding move.
Taylor is expected to replace Malik Willis as Jordan Love's backup this season. The Dolphins signed Willis in NFL free agency after releasing quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. Atlanta has since signed Tagovailoa to a one-year $1.2 million contract.
With Taylor in the picture, Green Bay had no reason to keep Ridder on the roster. The former third-round pick is headed for free agency once again and can sign with any team.
The Falcons originally drafted Ridder with the 74th overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft. The former Cincinnati standout spent his first two seasons in Atlanta, passing for 3,544 passing yards, 14 touchdowns and 12 interceptions over 19 games (17 starts).
After signing Kirk Cousins and drafting Michael Penix Jr. in 2024, the Falcons traded Ridder to the . However, Ridder didn't make the roster out of training camp and was later signed by the .
Q&A
Why did the Green Bay Packers release Desmond Ridder?
The Packers released Ridder to make room for veteran quarterback Tyrod Taylor, who will serve as Jordan Love's backup.
What were Desmond Ridder's stats during his time with the Atlanta Falcons?
During his two seasons with the Falcons, Ridder passed for 3,544 yards, 14 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions over 19 games.
Which team drafted Desmond Ridder and when?
Desmond Ridder was drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft with the 74th overall pick.
