The Green Bay Packers sign veteran quarterback Tyrod Taylor to back up Jordan Love for the 2026 NFL season, adding depth at the QB position. In a related move, the team released Desmond Ridder, the most experienced of their three remaining QBs besides Love, and trimmed the roster to retain Kyle McCord (2025 sixth-round pick) and undrafted rookie Kyron Drones, neither of whom have NFL game experience.
Key details:
– Tyrod Taylor signed as the Packers’ backup quarterback for 2026.
– Desmond Ridder was released, creating a clearer roster path at quarterback.
– The Packers will rely on Kyle McCord and Kyron Drones as the other two signal-callers on the roster.
– Ridder’s NFL stats: 8-10 as a starter, 25 appearances, 63.6% completion, 4,002 yards, 16 TDs, 14 INTs.
Key takeaways:
– The move signals a shift in quarterback depth behind Jordan Love.
– Taylor’s experience provides veteran leadership and steadiness behind Love.
– The roster now centers on developing McCord and Drones while Ridder departs.
