AJ McCarron’s Addition to Bengals’ Roster Puts Necessary Pressure on Andy Dalton

May 17, 2014   ·   Sean O'Donnell   ·   Jump to comments

The Cincinnati Bengals didn't spend a fifth-round selection on AJ McCarron to supplant Andy Dalton as the team's starter; however, the move puts some necessary pressure on the veteran quarterback.
NFL.com's Aditi Kinkhabwala tweeted the buzz of McCarron's role with the team:
Dalton's had a roller-coaster tenure with the Bengals since being selected in the second round of the 2011 NFL draft. He's improved each season as a starter, setting franchise records for passing yards (4,293) and passing touchdowns (33) in 2013.
Under Dalton's command, the Bengals have also reached the playoffs in three consecutive seasons—a feat the franchise had never previously accomplished.
Although, it all starts to go downhill when looking at Dalton's playoff numbers.
The quarterback holds an 0-3 record in three postseason starts, passing for a total of 718 yards, one touchdown and six interceptions for a passer rating of 56.2.
That's a big concern, considering the huge dr...

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