Andy Dalton’s stint with the Philadelphia Eagles lasted barely a week and a single pass attempt. The veteran quarterback was waived by the Eagles on October 9, 2026, after stepping onto the field only once during their Week 3 game against the Chicago Bears.
Dalton entered the game briefly when Eagles starter Jalen Hurts was sidelined in the medical tent during the second quarter. Philadelphia was driving inside the red zone, aiming for their first points of the game, when Dalton threw an interception on his only pass attempt. The ball was picked off by rookie Bears safety Dillon Thieneman. That moment proved to be Dalton’s sole contribution on the field for the Eagles.
The Eagles officially announced Dalton’s release via NFL reporter Mike Garafolo. The news came just days after Dalton’s brief appearance against Chicago. The team’s decision to move on came swiftly after the interception, underscoring how short Dalton’s opportunity was.
Dalton’s NFL career dates back to 2011, when he started at quarterback for the Cincinnati Bengals. He played for Cincinnati through 2019 before moving between several teams over the past four years. Despite his experience, Dalton has seen limited action recently, appearing in just 14 games with seven starts during that span. His only win in those starts came while playing for the Carolina Panthers, stepping in when Bryce Young was benched.
At 38 years old, nearing his 39th birthday at the end of October, Dalton’s future in the NFL is uncertain. He has played in 180 career games, but with limited recent playing time and now released by the Eagles, it remains unclear if another team will sign him. The league has faced a wave of quarterback injuries, which often creates opportunities for veterans like Dalton to be signed as emergency insurance. Whether that will happen this season is unconfirmed.
Dalton’s release is a reminder of the precarious nature of backup quarterback roles. Teams often keep several options on hand, but the margin for error is slim. After a single interception on his lone pass attempt, the Eagles decided to cut ties quickly.
As of this report, no new team has announced signing Dalton. The quarterback market remains fluid with injuries mounting across the league. Dalton’s experience could still attract interest, but for now, his time with the Eagles has come to an abrupt end.
According to Yahoo Sports.