Desmond Ridder will be replaced by Taylor Heinicke as Atlanta's starting quarterback Sunday versus the Colts.
Desmond Ridder | QB
Benched
Poor Performance
Interception
Week 15
157 pass yards
1 pass TDs
1 interceptions
- Ridder is being benched for the second time this season
- The switch comes following an unimpressive performance by Ridder in poor weather conditions
- Ridder set up Carolina's final game-winning drive with a crucial red zone interception
- The second-year signal-caller will presumably operate as Heinicke's backup Sunday versus Indianapolis
Taylor Heinicke | QB
Starting Quarterback
- Heinicke will replace Ridder as the starting quarterback for the Falcons
Atlanta Falcons
- Desmond Ridder will be replaced by Taylor Heinicke as the starting quarterback
