Eagles release Andy Dalton after loss of backup QB position

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Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Eagles release Andy Dalton after loss of backup QB position
Summary

The Philadelphia Eagles have released Andy Dalton following a demotion from his backup quarterback role. Dalton lost the position after a costly interception in a recent game against the Bears. Sources confirm that this decision comes as the Eagles reassess their quarterback depth ahead of the next game. The team will likely evaluate other options to fill the backup spot moving forward.

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  • •Eagles have released Andy Dalton after a demotion.
  • •Dalton lost backup QB role following an interception against the Bears.
  • •The release signals a reassessment of quarterback depth for the Eagles.
  • •Eagles will look for alternatives to fill the backup QB position.
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  • 8:29 PMESPN — Sources: Eagles release Dalton after demotion from QB2
What they're saying
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Andy Dalton, who lost his spot as the Eagles' backup quarterback following a costly interception against the Bears, has been released, sources told NFL Network.

— ESPNby Tim McManus
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