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Panthers add Darren Waller, make corresponding roster moves Aug 17, 2026 at 10:27 AM Kassidy Hill Copied! Jacob Kupferman/Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved Miami Dolphins tight end Darren Waller catches a pass against the Carolina Panthers during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman) CHARLOTTE — The Carolina Panthers have added veteran tight end Darren Waller, the team announced on Monday. In a corresponding move, offensive lineman Josh Gray was waived. The team also waived outside linebacker Nick Hampton with an injury settlement. Waller, a 10 year veteran, is a Pro Bowler and was first among all tight ends in 2020 with 107 receptions and second among tight ends with 1,196 yards behind only Travis Kelce. Since 2019, Waller has brought in 356 receptions for 4,229 yards with 24 touchdowns. He made the Pro Bowl in 2020 and was named as an alternate in 2019. He retired ahead of the 2024 season, but decided to come out of retirement in 2025. After returning from retirement, he played in nine games last season for the Miami Dolphins. During that time, he brought in 24 receptions for 283 yards and six touchdowns. 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