Active
Comments: No Injury Status
Desmond Ridder's Injury Guide
Injury Risk
Very Low
Chance of Injury in 2026
21.2%
Chance of Injury per Game
1.4%
Projected Games Missed 2026
0.40
Durability
5.00
Desmond Ridder's Injury Status
Current Status
Week 1 Practice Report
Wed
Full
Thu
Full
Fri
Full
- Week Status:
- Active
- Likelihood of Playing:
- High
Desmond Ridder Injury History
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| Date | League | Injury | Level | Games Missed | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 30, 2019 | Non-NFL | Pedal Foot | — | — | Ridder suffered a foot injury during the game against Virginia Tech |
| Nov 23, 2019 | Non-NFL | Shoulder | — | 1 | Ridder dealt with a shoulder sprain during the game vs. Temple and missed the next game. |
| Sep 7, 2019 | Non-NFL | Shoulder | — | — | Ridder suffered a shoulder injury during Week 2's game against Ohio State i |
Desmond Ridder Injury News
View AllAidan O'Connell Has Bone Bruise, Could Be Back Soon
Raiders QB Aidan O'Connell has been diagnosed with a bone bruise in his left knee, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. It's a relatively minor injury, and O'Connell hasn't even been ruled out for next Monday night's game vs. the Falcons, per Rapoport. We'll track his status throughout this week. QB Desmond Ridder will start against Atlanta if O'Connell can't. It's a situation to steer clear of, even in superflex leagues. TE Brock Bowers and WR Jakobi Meyers' outlooks won't change much based on the QB.
Gardner Minshew Out For The Season With Broken Collarbone
Raiders QB Gardner Minshew will miss the rest of the season after breaking his collarbone in Sunday's loss to the Broncos, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. HC Antonio Pierce said afterward that QB Aidan O'Connell might be ready to return from his broken thumb for Friday's game vs. the Chiefs. If not, Vegas would start QB Desmond Ridder, who went 5-for-10 for 64 yards with a lost fumble in relief of Minshew vs. Denver. We'll keep you updated on the situation, but this remains a spot to avoid in fantasy lineups.
Taylor Heinicke questionable for Week 18
Falcons QB Taylor Heinicke (ankle) was limited in practice all week and is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game vs. the Saints. QB Desmond Ridder will be back under center if Heinicke can’t go. It’s not a situation to mess with in Week 18 fantasy lineups.
