Dolphins Acquire TE Darren Waller from Giants in Surprise Trade

The Miami Dolphins are acquiring tight end Darren Waller from the New York Giants in a trade that involves Waller coming out of retirement, a conditional 2027 seventh-round pick, and a restructuring of his contract to a one-year, incentive-heavy deal worth up to $5 million. Waller, a former Pro Bowler, had a brief stint with the Giants after being traded from the Raiders and had previously retired due to health issues and waning passion for the game. The move aims to bolster Miami's tight end depth following the trade of Jonnu Smith.