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The Carolina Panthers reportedly signed veteran tight end Darren Waller to a one-year contract, adding a proven receiving option after his productive 2025 season with the Dolphins (6 touchdowns in 9 games). Waller, a former Ravens sixth-round pick who also played for the Giants and briefly retired in 2024, would join a Panthers group with varied skill sets; the deal isn’t official yet and a corresponding roster move is expected on Thursday.
Former Pro Bowl tight end Darren Waller agreed to a one-year deal with the Carolina Panthers, adding veteran pass-catching to a revamped offense, per ESPN's Adam Schefter. Waller had 283 yards and six TDs in nine games for the Dolphins in 2025 after injury troubles, with a career peak of 1,000+ receiving yards in 2019-2020 with the Raiders. He’ll compete with Tommy Tremble for snaps on a Panthers depth chart that includes Tetairoa McMillan and Metchie III; the addition comes as Carolina, 8-9 last season, looks to continue growth under Bryce Young.
Veteran tight end Darren Waller has agreed to a one-year contract with the Carolina Panthers, returning to the field after a retirement year with the Dolphins. A former Raiders Pro Bowler, Waller has also played for the Ravens and Giants, and in 2025 with Miami he logged 24 receptions for 283 yards and six touchdowns in nine games. He joins a tight end group that already has five on the Panthers’ roster, and Bevell—who coached Waller in Miami—is involved in the signing.
Darren Waller suggested on Johnny Manziel’s podcast that Tua Tagovailoa’s game-day struggles could be tied to lingering trauma from head injuries, noting that Tagovailoa looks elite in practice but has difficulty translating it to games. Waller cited the body-psychology idea from The Body Keeps the Score and described how trauma may affect his readiness to pull the trigger. Despite the struggles, Tagovailoa’s $54 million guaranteed for 2026 means a Dolphins return is likely as they hope healing allows him to regain his form.
The Miami Dolphins signed running back Donovan Edwards from Washington's practice squad, placed tight end Darren Waller on injured reserve, and released cornerback Clarence Lewis, as part of their recent roster adjustments.
The Miami Dolphins secured their first win of the 2025 season with a 27-21 victory over the New York Jets, highlighted by Darren Waller's impactful debut with two touchdowns, but marred by a devastating season-ending knee injury to Tyreek Hill and defensive struggles against the run. The team looks to improve quickly as they prepare for their next game against the Panthers.
The Miami Dolphins secured a 27-21 victory over the Jets but suffered a significant setback with star receiver Tyreek Hill suffering a likely dislocated knee, impacting their offense. Meanwhile, the Jets struggled with turnovers and penalties, and quarterback Justin Fields showcased his running ability but lacked passing success, highlighting ongoing issues for both teams.
Darren Waller's return is delayed due to a setback in his recovery from a hip injury, making him unlikely to play in Week 1 against the Colts, according to Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel.
The Miami Dolphins face injury concerns ahead of their season opener, with Darren Waller's hip injury likely sidelining him, and additional issues with Ethan Bonner, Jaylen Wright, James Daniels, and Elijah Campbell. Meanwhile, the Colts have a relatively clean injury report, with only backup Tyler Goodson limited by an elbow injury.
The Miami Dolphins' training camp featured strong performances from various players, including new additions like Matthew Judon and the return of Darren Waller, with notable defensive and offensive plays, as they prepare for their final preseason game against the Jaguars.
The article is a Miami Dolphins mailbag discussing various topics including the potential return of Christian Wilkins, the team's cornerback situation, quarterback performance, tight end usage, and other training camp updates, with insights from fans and analysts.
The Miami Dolphins acquired Darren Waller from the Giants in a low-risk move, hoping his unique pass-catching skills and size can add a new dimension to their offense, despite concerns about his recent health, blocking ability, and fit within the team's existing offensive scheme.
Darren Waller, a former Giants tight end, has ended his retirement to join the Miami Dolphins through a trade, signing a one-year deal worth up to $5 million, after being traded from the Giants where he struggled with injuries. Waller, who previously played for the Raiders and Ravens, is expected to bolster Miami's offense, especially with the departure of Jonnu Smith, and could provide a significant offensive boost despite his injury history.
Darren Waller, a former Pro Bowl tight end, is coming out of retirement to join the Miami Dolphins in a one-year deal worth up to $5 million, after being traded from the New York Giants. Waller, who previously played for the Raiders and Ravens, retired last June due to health and personal reasons but is now returning to the NFL to bolster the Dolphins' tight end room.
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.