Veteran Pro Bowl Quarterback Identified as Preseason Cut Candidate
Summary
Andy Dalton, a veteran NFL quarterback, may be cut by the Philadelphia Eagles before the 2026 season starts. He is competing for the backup quarterback position but has been outperformed by Tanner McKee in the preseason.Key Facts
- Andy Dalton is 38 years old and has played 15 NFL seasons.
- Dalton made three Pro Bowls and holds the Cincinnati Bengals' record for passing touchdowns (204).
- He has played for multiple teams, including the Cowboys, Bears, Saints, Panthers, and currently the Eagles.
- The Eagles acquired Dalton from the Panthers in March 2024 in exchange for a 2027 seventh-round draft pick.
- Dalton is competing with Tanner McKee for the Eagles' backup quarterback job behind starter Jalen Hurts.
- McKee has performed better than Dalton in preseason games, including completing many more passes with more yards and touchdowns.
- Dalton’s mistake-filled preseason passing may hurt his chances of staying on the Eagles’ roster.
- If released, Dalton might still attract interest from other NFL teams as an experienced backup quarterback.
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