Desmond Ridder

Desmond Ridder is signing to the Cardinals’ practice squad.

Fantasy Impact

Ridder did not make the 53-man roster with Arizona. He was brought back on the practice squad where he could be called up to the active roster if needed.

Desmond Ridder has been released by the Arizona Cardinals.

Fantasy Impact

Clayton Tune has won the QB2 job in Arizona, and as a result, the team is releasing Ridder. They brought him in earlier this offseason, but he didn't play well enough to earn the backup job despite starting for the Falcons last year. He may end up on another team's practice squad in the coming days, but that remains to be seen.

Desmond Ridder cleared concussion protocol.

Fantasy Impact

Ridder entered the concussion protocol in Sunday's preseason finale. He is competing with Clayton Tune for the backup quarterback role behind Kyler Murray.

Desmond Ridder completed 10-of-16 pass attempts for 111 yards in the Cardinals’ 38-12 loss to Denver.

Fantasy Impact

Ridder also added 25 rushing yards in the loss. The 24-year-old did exit the game in the second half and is currently in the concussion protocol. If he is unable to clear the protocol in time for Week 1, Clayton Tune would serve as the backup QB to Kyler Murray.

Desmond Ridder completed 6-of-10 pass attempts for 71 yards in the Cardinals' 21-13 loss to the Colts Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Ridder was unable to establish much of a rhythm behind center Saturday and will continue to hope for more success as he competes for the No. 2 spot on the depth chart behind starter Kyler Murray with Clayton Tune.