Eagles release Andy Dalton after brief stint with team
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 6:45 PM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
The Philadelphia Eagles have released quarterback Andy Dalton, a surprising move reported on October 9, 2026. Dalton, 38, previously spent three seasons with the Carolina Panthers and was traded to the Eagles for a 2027 seventh-round pick. He made only one appearance this season, throwing an interception during a drive in Week 3 against the Chicago Bears. This decision comes after the Eagles signed Kenny Pickett as a backup to starter Jalen Hurts.
- •Eagles release Andy Dalton on October 9, 2026.
- •Dalton played one drive for the Eagles this season.
- •He was traded from the Panthers for a 2027 seventh-round pick.
- •Dalton started seven games for the Panthers last season.
- •Kenny Pickett was signed by the Eagles to back up Jalen Hurts.
- 6:45 PMYahoo Sports — Former Panthers QB released by Eagles in surprising move on Friday
"A former Panthers QB was released in a surprising move on Friday.
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