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How Panthers' Andy Dalton is embracing role as Bryce Young's mentor

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Andy Dalton threw his arms into the air as the football zipped through a tight window into the receiver’s arms during a red zone drill.

Touchdown!

You could sense his excitement.

It was just a moment from a recent offseason workout. But it reminded anyone who saw it that the competitive spirit Dalton had in 2011 as a second-round pick by the Cincinnati Bengals still exists as he begins his 13th season in the NFL, this one with the Carolina Panthers.

It was a reminder that the three-time Pro Bowl selection still has the talent to be a full-time starter, even though he accepts that his role is to help mentor Bryce Young, the No.