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Packers Sign Veteran Quarterback, Release Ridder
- The Green Bay Packers signed 36-year-old veteran quarterback Tyrod Taylor on Monday, May 4, 2026, to serve as Jordan Love's primary backup, releasing Desmond Ridder to clear roster space.
- This signing addresses the backup vacancy created when Malik Willis departed in March, signing a three-year, $67.5 million contract with the Miami Dolphins after providing critical relief for Love the past two seasons.
- Taylor brings extensive experience, having played in 100 NFL games across 15 seasons for seven teams, recording 73 touchdowns and 34 interceptions during his 62 starts.
- Defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon praised Taylor during Monday's press conference, calling him "a playmaker" who "can deliver the ball accurately" and is "hard to get him down in the pocket."
- Kyle McCord and Kyron Drones remain on the roster to compete for depth behind Love following Ridder's release, giving the Packers multiple backup options for the 2026 season.
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