Desmond Ridder is the starting quarterback at the University of Cincinnati. Ever since his freshman year Ridder has been a standout, earning himself American Athletic Conference's rookie of the year out of the gate. He continued his success in 2020, receiving the AAC player of the year award. Ridder's role in bringing the non-power five team into the top 5 as a College Football Playoff hopeful in 2021 has only emphasized his skill and potential while also improving his draft stock. As a family man, off the field Ridder prides himself on being a girl dad.
