Former Pro Bowl TE Darren Waller Unretires, Traded to Miami Dolphins

Tight end Darren Waller has come out of retirement to join the Miami Dolphins after being traded from the New York Giants. Waller, who retired in June 2024 after nine NFL seasons, signed a one-year contract worth up to $5 million with Miami. The Dolphins traded a 2026 sixth-round pick to the Giants for Waller and a 2027 seventh-rounder, following their recent trade of tight end Jonnu Smith to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Waller has a career total of 350 receptions for 4,124 yards and 20 touchdowns and is expected to bolster Miami's offense alongside stars like Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle. Meanwhile, the Chicago Bears are considering trading tight end Cole Kmet due to roster changes and salary cap implications, with the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers as potential trade destinations. Kmet, a reliable player with over 2,592 receiving yards and 19 touchdowns, could be an upgrade for teams needing consistent receiving options at tight end.