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Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales has confirmed that Andy Dalton will remain the starting quarterback for the upcoming game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Dalton's strong performance in a recent victory over the Las Vegas Raiders, where he threw for 319 yards and three touchdowns, has solidified his position. Despite Bryce Young's potential, Canales believes Dalton provides the best chance for the team to win. The Panthers' offense showed significant improvement under Dalton, contrasting sharply with their struggles in the previous games with Young.
- Andy Dalton's performance has earned him the starting role over Bryce Young.
- The Panthers' offense showed significant improvement, scoring 36 points against the Raiders.
- Dalton's experience and leadership have positively impacted the team's confidence.
Andy Dalton | QB
Breakout
Week 3
319 pass yards
3 pass TDs
- Dalton completed 26 of 37 passes for 319 yards and 3 touchdowns in his last game.
- He has brought life to a previously struggling offense.
- His QBR of 86.9 indicates a strong performance.
Bryce Young | QB
Injury
Week 3
- Young was benched after poor performances but showed leadership qualities while supporting Dalton.
- He wore an earpiece to learn from Dalton during the game.
Chuba Hubbard | RB
Pickup
Week 3
- Hubbard contributed significantly with a 100-yard rushing game.
- He was part of the Panthers' first game with a 300-yard passer, 100-yard rusher, and 100-yard receiver since 2022.
Diontae Johnson | WR
Pickup
Week 3
- Johnson also had a notable performance with over 100 receiving yards.
- He played a crucial role in the Panthers' offensive resurgence.
Carolina Panthers
- The Panthers improved their offensive output significantly with Dalton at quarterback.
- They are looking to build on this momentum against the Bengals.
Cincinnati Bengals
- The Bengals will face a rejuvenated Panthers offense led by Dalton.
- Dalton's familiarity with the Bengals could add an interesting dynamic to the matchup.