PHILADELPHIA — The Eagles acquired veteran quarterback Andy Dalton from the Panthers in trade for a 2027 seventh-round decide, sources advised ESPN’s Adam Schefter on Wednesday.
Philadelphia has lengthy prioritized stocking its quarterbacks room. Sam Howell’s departure in free company to the Cowboys created a gap alongside franchise quarterback Jalen Hurts and Tanner McKee.
McKee, a 2023 sixth-round select of Stanford, drew curiosity across the league final offseason, however the Eagles had been reluctant to commerce him, league sources mentioned. He served because the No. 2 QB final season and began one sport, throwing for 274 yards with a landing and an interception.
The Eagles stay excessive on McKee, who would possible stay within the major backup function ought to he keep on the roster. With only one 12 months left on his contract, it is to be seen whether or not they are going to be extra inclined to interact in commerce discussions this time round.
The commerce saves Carolina $2.1 million in wage cap area in 2026 and $4 million in money.
Panthers common supervisor Dan Morgan mentioned on the NFL scouting mix he needed to signal a younger quarterback to develop behind Bryce Younger. Final week, the Panthers signed Kenny Pickett to a one-year cope with $4 million assured and price as much as $7.5 million.
Dalton, 38, went 1-6 in seven begins throughout three seasons with Carolina, together with 0-1 in 2025 when he was sacked seven occasions in a 40-9 loss to the Payments.
The 15-year veteran has thrown for 39,793 yards in his profession with 254 touchdowns and 151 interceptions.
ESPN’s David Newton contributed to this report.
