Desmond Ridder to Start for Raiders vs. Falcons

Desmond Ridder is expected to start as the quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders in their Monday night game against the Atlanta Falcons, following Aidan O'Connell's injury. O'Connell is listed as questionable and will attempt to warm up before the game to determine his availability, but Ridder is currently the frontrunner for the position. This marks Ridder's first start of the 2023 season after a stint on practice squads and limited playtime, where he has completed 28 of 44 passes for 239 yards and one touchdown. He was initially a third-round pick by the Falcons in 2022 and faces his former team in this matchup. The Raiders are dealing with significant quarterback changes this season, having cycled through multiple players due to injuries. Ridder's performance will be crucial as the team looks to secure a win and possibly prepare for the upcoming NFL Draft.