“With the 35th pick of the 2011 NFL Draft, the Cincinnati Bengals select Andy Dalton.” After the addition of A.J. Green in the first round, Anthony Munoz announced the Bengals’ selection of their future franchise quarterback to usher in a new hope for all Bengals’ fans.
Coming to a team that ended the previous season at a dismal 4-12 added to the pressure of being a rookie quarterback in the NFL. Dalton didn’t falter and was brought in as the starting quarterback following the departure of Carson Palmer. In his first season, Dalton hit his stride and threw over 3,300 yards, 20 touchdowns, 13 interceptions, and was selected to his first Pro Bowl.