Andy Dalton arrived in Fort Worth as a promising arm, quickly establishing himself as the face of the Horned Frogs’ offense.
A career defined by resilience and record‑breaking
Over four seasons he amassed 10,314 passing yards, 71 touchdowns and a 62% completion rate, setting program records that still stand.
His senior year culminated in a perfect 13‑0 campaign, highlighted by a Rose Bowl victory over Wisconsin that cemented his legacy.
Dalton’s accolades included two Mountain West Offensive Player of the Year awards and repeated All‑American recognition.
After being drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals in 2011, he transitioned to the NFL, eventually joining the Dallas Cowboys, Chicago Bears and New Orleans Saints.
Across 179 appearances he accumulated 39,793 yards and 254 touchdowns, maintaining a 61.4% completion rate.
Now at 38, Dalton serves as the backup quarterback for the Carolina Panthers, bringing veteran poise to a young roster.