Falcons Reinstate Desmond Ridder as Starting Quarterback

Ridder to Resume QB1 Role in Crucial Game Against Saints Following Bye Week Reassessment

Desmond Ridder is set to resume his role as the starting quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons in their upcoming game against the New Orleans Saints.
Ridder was benched for the last two games in favor of Taylor Heinicke, but the Falcons used the bye week to reassess their quarterback situation.
Despite being benched, Ridder maintained his preparation and continued to lead a daily offensive meeting.
In his eight starts this season, Ridder completed 65.4% of his passes for 1,701 yards, six touchdowns, and six interceptions.
The Falcons are currently at 4-6, one game behind the Saints in the NFC South.