Panthers quarterback Andy Dalton involved in car accident with family; no one needed medical transport
The Carolina Panthers announced Tuesday night that starting quarterback Andy Dalton was involved in a car accident.
Dalton’s family – his wife, three children and dog – were all in the car with him, although no emergency medical transport was necessary for anyone.
“Neither Dalton nor his family were transported by emergency medical personnel. Dalton is being evaluated by team medical personnel,” the Panthers announced.
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Carolina Panthers quarterback Andy Dalton (14) drops back to pass the ball in the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons in Charlotte, North Carolina, Sunday, October 13, 2024. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)
Dalton has been the Panthers’ starting quarterback since head coach Dave Canales moved on from 2023 No. 1 pick Bryce Young before Week 3.
Dalton had a first-ever start for Carolina, throwing for three touchdowns and 319 yards to defeat the Las Vegas Raiders.
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But the Panthers have since been on a four-game losing streak, with Dalton throwing a total of four touchdowns, compared to six interceptions during that span.
Carolina Panthers quarterback Andy Dalton (14) throws the ball against the Las Vegas Raiders in the first half at Allegiant Stadium. (Kirby Lee-Imagn Images)
Carolina’s most recent loss was a road loss to the Washington Commanders, where Marcus Mariota had to replace the injured Jayden Daniels. Still, the Commanders had an easy path to victory with a final score of 40-7.
With a 1-4 record as a starter this season, Dalton has totaled 989 yards with seven touchdowns and six interceptions, while completing 66.3% of his passes.
Carolina Panthers quarterback Andy Dalton (14) leaves the field during halftime of an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday, October 20, 2024, in Landover, Maryland. (AP Photo/Stéphanie Scarbrough)
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Canales noted that Dalton, despite the team’s record, will remain the team’s starter heading into Week 8 against the Denver Broncos on the road.
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