Darren Waller signs with Panthers, shares hype video
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 3:35 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Tight end Darren Waller has signed with the Carolina Panthers ahead of the 2026 NFL season. Waller, a former Pro Bowler, previously retired in June 2024 but returned to play for the Miami Dolphins in 2025, recording 24 receptions for 283 yards and six touchdowns over nine games. The Panthers announced the signing on August 17, 2026, marking Waller as a key addition to their offense. He shared a hype video on social media to celebrate the deal.
- •Darren Waller joins the Panthers as a tight end.
- •He previously played for the Miami Dolphins in 2025.
- •Waller announced his signing on August 17, 2026.
- •He aims to boost the Panthers' pass-catching ability.
- •Waller had 24 catches and six touchdowns last season.
- 3:35 PMYahoo Sports — TE Darren Waller shares hype video to celebrate signing with Panthers
"New Panthers TE Darren Waller seems pretty excited to get back to work.
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