Darren Waller leads Panthers with eight receptions in Week 9
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 1:04 AM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026
Carolina Panthers tight end Darren Waller recorded eight catches for 90 yards and one touchdown in Week 9 against the Denver Broncos. This performance marked a significant increase in targets for Waller, who had only been targeted six times in the previous three games. Waller caught one of quarterback Bryce Young's three touchdown passes, highlighting his role as a primary receiving option. His usage in the offense may signal a turning point as the Panthers look to improve their passing game.
- •Darren Waller catches eight passes for 90 yards and one touchdown.
- •Waller was targeted 10 times against the Broncos.
- •He caught one of Bryce Young's three touchdowns.
- •This performance follows a stretch of limited targets.
- •Waller's usage may indicate a larger role moving forward.
- 1:04 AMYahoo Sports — Darren Waller top pass catcher for CAR in Week 9
"Panthers TE Darren Waller caught one of Bryce Young's three TD passes in Week 9 loss
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