Vikings, McCarthy and Desmond Ridder
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Former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder has bounced around the NFL after losing his starting position in 2023.
The Vikings sign Desmond Ridder as JJ McCarthy continues to struggle, adding urgency to Minnesota’s quarterback situation.
The Minnesota Vikings are down another quarterback, so they are bringing in a familiar face, in former 3rd round pick Desmond Ridder.
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Former Falcons QB signs with Minnesota Vikings' practice squad
Former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder is signing with the Minnesota Vikings ' practice squad, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Ridder signed with the Vikings earlier this season but was waived after quarterback J.J. McCarthy returned from an ankle sprain.
The Minnesota Vikings announced a notable quarterback signing before Sunday's Week 13 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks.
If the Atlanta Falcons had a sure thing at quarterback, they would probably be the clear-cut favorites to win the wide-open NFC South. As is, second-year quarterback Desmond Ridder has a tremendous opportunity in front of him, as he'll get to lead a team ...