Eagles Trade for Dalton, Boost QB Depth

0:00This is Cory with the story, with NFL news today, powered by the Daily News Now. Subscribe for daily updates on your team. The Philadelphia Eagles just made a smart move to bolster their quarterback room by trading for veteran Andy Dalton from the Carolina Panthers. In exchange, they're sending a seventh-round pick to Carolina. This deal shows up death behind Starter Jalen Hertz, as confirmed by NFL insider Jonathan Jones. Dalton, a 38-year-old with plenty of experience, spent the last three seasons in Carolina. He mostly backed up Bryce Young, but stepped in as Starter for a five-game stretch in 2024. His career kicked off with nine seasons in Cincinnati, followed by Stins with Dallas in 2020, Chicago in 2021, and New Orleans in 2022. This season, Dalton made one star for the Panthers, going 16 of 24 for 175 yards with no touch downs, one, interception, and seven sacks in a 40-to-9 loss to Buffalo in Week 8.

1:02Meanwhile, the Eagles still have Tanner McKee as backup, but they're adjusting to new offensive coordinator Sean Manion, a 33-year-old. Calling plays for the first time. Manion plans to bring more traditional passing ideas to Philly, and Dalton's versatility across schemes makes him a perfect bridge. On the Panther side, they signed Kenny Pickett as their backup this off-season, so Dalton became expendable. The trade give the Eagles reliable insurance as they gear up, while Carolina clears space, expect Dalton to provide steady leadership during this transition. This episode is supported by our sponsor, Comfort You Can Hear, Sound You Can Relax Into, S-O-L-L-I-SOLY-PILLOW.com.