Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton has revealed that he has confidence in backup tackle Anthony Collins ahead of his side's season opener.

Starter Andrew Whitworth is currently struggling with a knee injury and Collins served as the Bengals' left tackle throughout their pre-season campaign.

"He's had a really good camp," Dalton told the club's official website.

"He's a player that's been around for a while and understands everything we're doing. So I'm really comfortable with AC out there."

Cincinnati face the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on Sunday.