Story update: After Andy Dalton sprained his thumb in a car accident on Tuesday, the Panthers announced Wednesday that Bryce Young will start against the Broncos. See our original post below.
Carolina Panthers quarterback Andy Dalton and his family were involved in a car crash on Tuesday, the team confirmed.
“Andy Dalton and his family were involved in a car accident today in Charlotte,” the Panthers said in a statement. “Neither Dalton nor his family were transported by emergency medical personnel. Dalton is being evaluated by team medical personnel.”
Dalton, 36, was driving with his wife, three children and the family dog when the accident occurred. It sounds like none of them suffered serious injuries.
Dalton and the Panthers are set to travel to Colorado to face the Denver Broncos in Week 8 of the 2024 NFL season on Sunday. Carolina coach Dave Canales reiterated on Monday that Dalton, not Bryce Young, will start against the Broncos. That was before Tuesday’s accident.
The Panthers are set to have their first practice of the week on Wednesday and Dalton’s status will be a key storyline leading up to Sunday.
