NFC South

Starting NFL Quarterback Benched Following Another Disastrous Performance

By Alek Arend In a decisive move, the Falcons have chosen to bench their second-year NFL quarterback, Desmond Ridder, during Sunday's game against the Titans. His performance in this match seems to be the tipping point in the Falcons' patience with him. Desmond Ridder's season as the Falcons' starting quarterback has been marked by underwhelming results, including six interceptions and seven lost fumbles leading up to this game. It was only a matter of time before the team sought an alternative. Now, journeyman Taylor Heinicke has taken the reins at quarterback for the Falcons, bringing a fres…