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Darren Waller signs with Panthers after leaving Dolphins

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 4:32 AM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Darren Waller signs with Panthers after leaving Dolphins

Summary

Darren Waller has signed with the Carolina Panthers after a season with the Miami Dolphins. The tight end, a former Pro Bowler, had six receiving touchdowns in nine games during the 2025 season despite dealing with injuries. The Dolphins, having missed the postseason in 2024 and struggling in 2025, are focusing on a youth movement and opted not to re-sign Waller. The Panthers, fresh off a playoff appearance, see the addition of Waller as a significant boost to their offense. Amid a coaching change in Miami, Waller expressed uncertainty about his future but ultimately chose to continue his career with Carolina.

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•Darren Waller joins the Panthers after playing for the Dolphins in 2025.
•Waller recorded six touchdowns despite limited playing time last season.
•The Dolphins did not re-sign Waller as part of a youth-focused strategy.
•Carolina aims to improve after a near upset in the 2025 playoffs.
•Waller's move follows a coaching change in Miami's organization.

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After a disappointing 2024 season that saw the Miami Dolphins miss out on the postseason for the first time since 2021, the team decided to pursue veterans in order to try and return to the playoffs.Unfortunately for the Dolphins, that strategy was not enough to return to the postseason. Miami’s 2025 season marked their worst […] The post Ex-Dolphins Pro Bowl Player Signs With Playoff Team During Training Camp appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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