Andy Dalton struggles in Panthers' loss to Bears
- The Carolina Panthers suffered a 36-10 loss to the Chicago Bears, with quarterback Andy Dalton throwing for only 136 yards.
- Dalton was replaced by Bryce Young in the final minutes, as coach Dave Canales aimed to protect Dalton and give Young playing time.
- Despite the defeat, Canales confirmed that Dalton will remain the starting quarterback for the upcoming game against the Falcons.
In the United States, the Carolina Panthers faced a disappointing 36-10 defeat against the Chicago Bears on Sunday. Quarterback Andy Dalton, who had been performing well since taking over for Bryce Young, struggled during the game, throwing for only 136 yards before being replaced by Young in the final minutes. Coach Dave Canales decided to make the switch to protect Dalton and give Young a chance to gain experience. Despite Dalton's previous performance, where he threw for 220 yards and two touchdowns against Cincinnati, the Panthers' offense faltered, converting only 3 of 12 third downs and losing two fumbles. Injuries also plagued the team, impacting their performance on both sides of the ball. Young, who had been benched earlier in the season, completed 4 of 7 passes for 58 yards during his brief appearance, moving the team to the Bears' 8-yard line before being sacked. Canales praised Young's effort, indicating that the decision to switch quarterbacks was strategic, aimed at providing Young with valuable playing time while protecting Dalton from further damage. The Panthers are now looking ahead to their next game against the Falcons, with Canales affirming that Dalton will remain the starting quarterback despite the rough outing.