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Falcons Draft Desmond Ridder at No. 74 – Team Fit and Draft Profile

Credit: Aaron Doster/USA TODAY Sports

Falcons Draft Desmond Ridder at No. 74 – Team Fit and Draft Profile

Zach Brunner by Zach Brunner
April 29, 2022
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With the 74th overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, the Atlanta Falcons draft Desmond Ridder, quarterback out of Cincinnati. Surprisingly, Ridder is only the second quarterback off the board after none went in the second round. The Falcons’ patience paid off, drafting a solid quarterback. Let’s take a closer look at Desmond Ridder.

Desmond Ridder Highlights

https://youtu.be/K3CZ1dor8f4

Falcons Draft Desmond Ridder | 2022 NFL Draft Profile

Desmond Ridder
Position: Quarterback
Height: 6’3″
Weight: 211 lbs
Age: 22
College: Cincinnati Bearcats

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Desmond Ridder Draft Profile

Strengths

Desmond Ridder is a four-year starter for the Cincinnati Bearcats and has matured as a quarterback over the last two seasons. He is a field general that plays in rhythm and processes plays quickly. Ridder is generally accurate and can do some damage with his legs if needed, but he prefers to work within the pocket. Over his four seasons with Cincinnati, his mechanics and footwork have become automatic and clean.

Weaknesses

Despite being a 6’3″ quarterback with great mechanics, the arm strength is lacking. Ridder will likely struggle to find receivers in tight windows and will have to improve on his deep ball to avoid opposing secondaries, specifically safeties, from making big plays. He is able to abandon the pocket if needed, but Ridder lacks elusiveness and that escapability many NFL quarterbacks exhibit.


RELATED | Full Desmond Ridder NFL Draft Profile and Highlights


desmond ridder 2022 nfl draft profile atlanta falcons
Credit: Aaron Doster/USA TODAY Sports

Desmond Ridder Stats 2021 | Cincinnati

GPass YDsPass TDsINTsRush YDsRush TDs
143,3343083556

What to Expect From Desmond Ridder in 2022

This couldn’t have gone better for the Atlanta Falcons. They were able to draft the second quarterback in the NFL Draft, meaning they had the ability to choose the player they wanted. They also were able to do it in the third round. Not only does this mean Desmond Ridder, and the other quarterbacks, dropped, but it means the rookie contract will also be less expensive.

In terms of what to expect from Desmond Ridder this season, ideally not much. Marcus Mariota was brought in to be the starter, and he will be a great player and leader for Ridder to watch and learn from. Soak up the knowledge in his rookie year, then the Falcons can see where he is next offseason.


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Zach Brunner

Zach Brunner

I am a simple Wisconsin man: I love beer and sports. I decided to create FlurrySports because I was sick of the politics and non-stories that the fat cat corporations put out. When you see football articles from me, just know that I combine my knowledge from playing, coaching, athletic training, and sports management/economic courses to give you a unique, but I feel well-rounded point of view. I am always down to talk about anything, so follow me on Twitter @FantasyFlurry if you decide you want more of me!

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