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Desmond Ridder preparing as if he will start for Raiders Week 15 vs Falcons
Though Aidan O’Connell’s status for week 15 is still uncertain, Desmond Ridder is approaching week 15 as the Raiders starter vs the Falcons.
Whether O’Connell or Ridder starts on MNF, Raiders need something different at QB in 2025
The Raiders' quarterback play this season, from Gardner Minshew to Aidan O'Connell, has been bad. It's not likely to improve with Ridder.
Raiders (2-11) hand QB1 to Desmond Ridder with Falcons up next
Another week, another loss and a new starting quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders. Desmond Ridder becomes the QB1 for the Raiders (2-11) in Week 15 as Las Vegas prepares to host his former team, the Atlanta Falcons (6-7),
Desmond Ridder set to start for Raiders if Aidan O'Connell can't play
The Raiders will turn to Desmond Ridder at quarterback if Aidan O'Connell is unable to play in Week 15 due to a knee injury.
A closer look at the Raiders, Desmond Ridder
The Raiders are prepared to start former Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder after an injury to Aidan O’Connell.
Will Raiders' Ridder Have 'Revenge Game' vs. Falcons?
While Aidan O’Connell avoided serious injury and could play on Monday Night Football against Atlanta, the team could choose to preserve his health and start Ridder instead. Ridder was drafted by the Falcons in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft.
Falcons may face Desmond Ridder-led Raiders in Week 15
Raiders quarterback Aidan O’Connell suffered a knee injury in Week 14. According to a report from NFL insider Jordan Schultz, O’Connell could be out for the remainder of the season.
Desmond Ridder on the Falcons defense: 'They play as a unit, they play as a team'
Head Coach Antonio Pierce on running back Sincere McCormick, wide receiver Jakobi Meyers, preparing for Week 15 against the Atlanta Falcons and more. Head Coach Antonio Pierce recaps the Week 14 loss to the Buccaneers,
Raiders' Desmond Ridder: Expected to start Week 15
Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce said Monday that Ridder is expected to start against the Falcons in Week 15, though the team is still waiting for updates on the health of Aidan O'Connell (knee), Tashan Reed of The Athletic reports.
Raiders quarterback: Desmond Ridder, you’re up (maybe)
Las Vegas Raiders coach Antonio Pierce said Monday that he expects Desmond Ridder to start Monday night against the Atlanta Falcons. But shortly afterward there were several reports that stated Aidan O’Connell got good news on his knee injury and he could possibly play as early as Monday.
Raiders QB Aidan O'Connell back at practice, but status is undetermined for Falcons game
If O'Connell doesn't play, Desmond Ridder will start against his former team. Ridder started 13 games for the Falcons last ...
Raiders Rumors: NFL Insiders 'Torn' on Antonio Pierce's Future as HC amid Struggles
NFL insiders are "torn" on whether Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce will return for a second full season as head ...
Raiders QB Aidan O’Connell’s knee injury may not be as serious as it looked
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O’Connell (12) is taken off the field after an injury against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers ...
WATCH: Raiders' Pierce Speaks During Falcons Week
The Las Vegas Raiders (2-11) heading into a Monday Night Football showdown with the Atlanta Falcons (6-7). Both teams will be fresh off of a loss a ...
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Raiders make 5 roster moves including Aidan O'Connell contingency plan
Raiders made several roster moves on Wednesday as they began preparations for Week 15 vs the Falcons. Including adding a quarterback.