Quarterback Andy Dalton didn't need to wait for the start ... said that the improved outlook for the future is why he and his family "want to be part of" the team's push to go from the bottom ...

Andy Dalton isn’t going anywhere ... made it clear that he would like to stay with Carolina, as his family has enjoyed the area and he liked the direction the franchise was headed.

#Panthers backup QB Andy Dalton, who recently signed a 2yr contract ... 2025 “It means a lot. I think, for my family, we wanted some stability and get to be here so that’s been a big thing.