The Atlanta Falcons have traded quarterback Desmond Ridder to the Arizona Cardinals, according to reports by NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. The Falcons signed Kirk Cousins recently, making Ridder redundant in Atlanta. Consequently, he will now serve as the No. 2 quarterback in Arizona, backing up Kyler Murray on the depth chart.

It’s noteworthy that excitement surrounded Desmond Ridder heading into the last season as the Falcons’ quarterback. However, instead of pursuing Lamar as speculated, the Falcons seem to be overhauling their receiving squad, with the trading of Ridder as a part of this strategy. In the process, they have acquired wide receiver Rondale Moore from the Cardinals.

Moore is a young player who had fallen out of favour in Arizona. Despite that, his addition to the Falcons’ roster promises to be an interesting development, considering the initial enthusiasm surrounding his professional development. This ends Desmond’s two-year stint with the Falcons, and it marks a unique transition in both Clubs’ approaches to the upcoming season. This trade marks a new chapter for both Rondale and Ridder.