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49ers consider signing Pro Bowl TE Darren Waller amid tight end uncertainty

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 10:44 PM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

49ers consider signing Pro Bowl TE Darren Waller amid tight end uncertainty

Summary

The San Francisco 49ers are exploring options to bolster their tight end position, with free agent Darren Waller highlighted as a strong candidate. Waller previously enjoyed a successful comeback season with the Miami Dolphins, registering 24 receptions for 283 yards and six touchdowns in nine games. His prior experience includes two consecutive 1,000-yard seasons with the Las Vegas Raiders. With George Kittle recovering from a torn Achilles, the 49ers' decision on whether to pursue Waller could significantly impact their offensive strategy for the upcoming season.

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Status Watch

•Darren Waller had a revival season in 2025 with Dolphins.
•He recorded 24 catches for 283 yards and 6 touchdowns.
•George Kittle is recovering from a torn Achilles tendon.
•Waller was the highest-paid TE in NFL history in 2022.
•San Francisco needs to solidify its tight end depth for the season.

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10:44 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers Labeled ‘Best Fit’ for $51 Million Pro Bowl TE

What they're saying

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NFL.com's Grant Gordon called free agent tight end Darren Waller is the "Best Fit" for the San Francisco 49ers following comeback season. The post 49ers Labeled ‘Best Fit’ for $51 Million Pro Bowl TE appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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