Dalton, the 35th overall pick of the 2011 NFL Draft out of TCU (second round), departed the Cincinnati Bengals as their all-time passing touchdowns leader (204) following nine seasons (2011-2019).

While speaking on the Mac and Bone Podcast on WFNZ, new Carolina running back Miles Sanders expressed how he holds Dalton, who was brought in to mentor No. 1 overall pick Bryce Young, in high regards.