Darren Waller expresses confidence ahead of 10th NFL season with Panthers
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 9:59 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Darren Waller, the newly signed tight end for the Carolina Panthers, reports feeling as good as he has in years as he prepares for his 10th NFL season. The 33-year-old former Pro Bowler joined the Panthers and expressed his optimism regarding his performance capabilities following a solid offseason of training. Waller, known for his past prowess as a receiving threat, hinted at a potential resurgence after having recorded six touchdowns in nine games last season. As the Panthers aim to enhance their passing attack under offensive coordinator Brad Idzik, Waller's ability to establish chemistry with quarterback Bryce Young will be crucial before the regular season begins.
- •Waller feels rejuvenated entering his 10th NFL season.
- •He recorded six touchdowns in nine games last season.
- •Waller was signed to enhance the Panthers' passing attack.
- •Chemistry with quarterback Bryce Young is key before the season.
- •Waller joins the Panthers after a career mostly spent with the Raiders.
- 9:59 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers look for new TE Darren Waller to provide a boost to passing game
- 5:20 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers TE Darren Waller: 'I feel as good as I've felt in years right now'
"When the Carolina Panthers reached out to Darren Waller to see if would be interested in returning to play another NFL season, the 33-year-old tight end jumped at the opportunity. Waller, who retired from the league in 2024 before returning last year to play nine games for the Miami Dolphins, still feels he has enough left in the tank to help a team like the upstart Panthers. Carolina also happens to have a need for a pass-catching tight end, something the Panthers really haven't had since Greg Olsen retired in 2021 and went into broadcasting.
"New Panthers TE Darren Waller believes he has plenty of game left entering his 10th NFL campaign.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 17, 2026, 9:59 PMPanthers look for new TE Darren Waller to provide a boost to passing game
When the Carolina Panthers reached out to Darren Waller to see if would be interested in returning to play another NFL season, the 33-year-old tight end jumped at the opportunity. Waller, who retired from the league in 2024 before returning last year to play nine games for the Miami Dolphins, still feels he has enough left in the tank to help a team like the upstart Panthers. Carolina also happens to have a need for a pass-catching tight end, something the Panthers really haven't had since Greg Olsen retired in 2021 and went into broadcasting.
- Yahoo SportsAug 17, 2026, 5:20 PMPanthers TE Darren Waller: 'I feel as good as I've felt in years right now'
New Panthers TE Darren Waller believes he has plenty of game left entering his 10th NFL campaign.
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