TAMPA, Florida – University of Cincinnati fifth-year senior quarterback Desmond Ridder came back for another season in part to chase down UC passing game coordinator and quarterbacks coach Gino Guidugli's records.
On Friday night, Ridder caught one.
Ridder threw his 79th career touchdowns, the most in program history, as the Cincinnati Bearcats defeated South Florida 45-28 to spoil the Bulls' senior night at Raymond James Stadium.
Ridder's record-setting throw came with 11:48 remaining in the third quarter. Ridder linked up with tight end Josh Whyle on a 21-yard gain. Whyle caught the ball in stride at the USF 2-yard line and then jogged across the goal line to give the Bearcats a commanding 31-7 lead.