Dalton exited Carolina's Saturday preseason game against Houston with a right elbow sprain after a late hit by Danielle Hunter, and he did not return. He played seven plays across one series, going 2-of-4 for 22 yards and not taking a sack. Bryce Young led two early drives (0-for-2) before Dalton was sidelined, and Jack Plummer stepped in for Carolina. The Panthers fell 20-3 as Plummer and Young rotated through the remainder of the game. Dalton will be evaluated tomorrow as Carolina shifts its attention to QB depth and the early-season plan. In the prior first preseason game, Dalton went 13-of-19 for 101 yards with an interception and no TDs. Dalton’s career arc includes a stint with Cincinnati, followed by time with Dallas before landing in Carolina in 2023. This injury adds uncertainty to the Panthers’ quarterback group as they head toward Week 1 preparations.