Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder was taken out of the Week 8 matchup against the Tennessee Titans to be evaluated for a concussion. Here’s the latest on what we know.
Latest Desmond Ridder Injury Update
In the third quarter, it was reported that Ridder was being evaluated for a concussion as Taylor Heinicke went in at QB. Ridder was later seen on the sideline wearing a hat.
Prior to leaving the game, Ridder completed 66.7 percent of his pass attempts for 71 yards and no touchdowns or interceptions.
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Heinicke has not stepped in for the Falcons so far this season. The former Commanders QB put up 1,859 yards, 12 touchdowns, and six interceptions last season.
Fantasy Implications of Desmond Ridder Injury
The Falcons’ passing game is about to get its first look at how the offense will operate with Taylor Heinicke under center after starting QB Desmond Ridder is being evaluated for a concussion. Ridder produced just three points and 71 passing yards in the first half against the Titans.
Atlanta’s aerial assault appeared to be trending in the right direction, with Ridder hitting the 250-yard threshold through air over the last three weeks. The leading pass catchers in Atlanta — Drake London, Kyle Pitts, and Jonnu Smith — won’t see any significant drop in fantasy value with Heinicke under center.
— Fantasy analysis provided by PFN’s Derek Tate