Andy Dalton will start this week as quarterback for the New Orleans Saints against the Las Vegas Raiders, coach Dennis Allen said Wednesday, calling it “an offensive decision.”
Allen noted that Jameis Winston is healthy and “we’re moving on with Andy.”
He said Dalton will remain in the starting role for the Saints (2-5) as long as he plays well.
Allen said there was “no need to upset the apple cart” in regards to changing quarterbacks.
Dalton started the last four games for the Saints as Winston was recovering from lingering back and ankle injuries. He threw 946 yards with 7 touchdowns and 4 interceptions in those four games, as New Orleans went 1-3.