Eagles Acquire QB Andy Dalton from Panthers for 2027 Pick

On March 18, 2026, the Philadelphia Eagles acquired veteran quarterback Andy Dalton from the Carolina Panthers in exchange for a 2027 seventh-round draft pick, bolstering their depth behind starter Jalen Hurts.

The 38-year-old Dalton, entering his 16th NFL season, spent the past three years with the Panthers as a backup to Bryce Young, providing stability and mentorship during Young's development. Carolina recently signed Kenny Pickett to a one-year contract worth up to $7.5 million as Young's new primary backup, rendering Dalton expendable despite his two-year, $8 million extension signed in 2025. The trade clears approximately $2.15 million in cap space for the Panthers, aligning with their emphasis on building around the 24-year-old Young, who led Carolina to an 8-8 record last season and a division title the year prior.

Dalton appeared in 13 games over his Panthers tenure, completing 64.7 percent of his passes for 1,643 yards, 10 touchdowns and seven interceptions while making seven starts. In 2025 alone, he played in six games, throwing for 989 yards, seven touchdowns and six interceptions with a 65.4 percent completion rate. His role extended beyond the field, where he...