New Delhi, July 21 -- Desmond Ridder, a former University of Cincinnati quarterback, is set to return to the Queen City after signing with the Cincinnati Bengals. This homecoming strengthens the Bengals' quarterback depth as they gear up for the upcoming NFL season.

During his college career at the University of Cincinnati, Desmond Ridder led the Bearcats to a historic College Football Playoff appearance in 2021, cementing his legacy as one of the program's most successful quarterbacks. Selected as a third-round pick by the Atlanta Falcons in the 2022 NFL Draft, Ridder now returns to the city where he honed his skills.

Desmond Ridder, a third-round pick by the Atlanta Falcons in 2022, has appeared in 25 NFL games over three seasons, inc...