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Source: Desmond Ridder to join Bengals in Cincinnati return

CINCINNATI -- The Cincinnati Bengals are bringing in a familiar quarterback to compete for a depth spot on the roster.

The Bengals have agreed to terms on a deal with Desmond Ridder, a source confirmed Sunday to ESPN.

Ridder, a former third-round draft pick, played his college ball at the University of Cincinnati, where he led the Bearcats to a College Football Playoff appearance.

Ridder has appeared in 25 games in three years, including 13 starts in the 2024 season with the Atlanta Falcons. Most recently, Ridder was with the Las Vegas Raiders.