Panthers sign TE Darren Waller as offseason moves continue
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 3:58 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales announced the signing of tight end Darren Waller on August 13, 2026. Waller, who missed practice due to not yet being officially signed, is expected to enhance the team's tight end production, which has lagged in recent years. Canales emphasized the need to challenge the roster and bring in diverse talent for the upcoming season. Waller recorded six touchdowns in nine games last season with the Miami Dolphins. Formal completion of the signing is pending a physical exam.
- •Darren Waller is a 33-year-old free agent tight end.
- •Waller's last team was the Miami Dolphins.
- •Carolina has not had a tight end with over 350 receiving yards since 2019.
- •Head coach Dave Canales is focusing on roster improvement.
- •Waller's signing is pending a physical examination.
- 3:58 PMYahoo Sports — HC Dave Canales explains why Panthers are signing TE Darren Waller
"Panthers HC Dave Canales talked about the signing of TE Darren Waller on Thursday.
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