Denver Broncos Risner was selected by the
Denver Broncos in the second round (41st overall) of the
2019 NFL draft. Risner was named the starting left guard as a rookie and held the spot for the next four seasons, missing four total games due to injury. He was named to the PFWA All-Rookie Team. On January 3, 2023, Risner was placed on injured reserve with a partial
UCL tear in his right elbow.
Minnesota Vikings On September 19, 2023, Risner was signed by the
Minnesota Vikings. He was named the starting left guard for the remainder of the season in Week 7. On May 31, 2024, Risner re-signed with the Vikings. He was placed on injured reserve on August 27, to begin the season. He was activated on November 2.
Cincinnati Bengals On August 27, 2025, Risner was signed by the
Cincinnati Bengals. Following a Week 1 injury to
Lucas Patrick, Risner was named the starting right guard in Week 2. He then replaced rookie
Dylan Fairchild at left guard for Weeks 6 and 7, as rookie
Jalen Rivers took over as the starting right guard. Risner replaced Rivers in the starting lineup in Week 12 and started there the remainder of the season. On March 2, 2026, Risner signed a one-year contract extension with the Bengals. ==Personal life==