Calvin Ridley Biography

Calvin Orin Ridley, born on December 20, 1994, is an American professional football wide receiver who has played in the National Football League. He played college football for the Alabama Crimson Tide, contributing to national championship teams in 2015 and 2017. Drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in the first round of the 2018 NFL draft, he earned recognition on the PFWA All-Rookie Team and received second-team All-Pro honors in 2020. His younger brother, Riley Ridley, played college football for Georgia and was selected in the 2019 NFL draft. Ridley began his college career as a true freshman in 2015, securing immediate playing time. During the 2016 season, he maintained a consistent role as a key offensive threat for the Crimson Tide. In the 2017 season, he opened with seven receptions for 82 yards and a touchdown in a 24–7 win over Florida State.