Dolphins TE Darren Waller Week-to-Week With Pectoral Strain

Miami Dolphins tight end Darren Waller suffered a pectoral strain in a recent game against the Cleveland Browns, which has sidelined him and placed him on a week-to-week injury status rather than a full tear that would have ended his season. Waller, who came out of retirement to join the Dolphins, has been an important Red Zone target, catching 10 passes for 117 yards and four touchdowns in his first three games this season. Despite his injury, the strain is seen as a positive update, as initial fears suggested a season-ending tear. The Dolphins, struggling with a 1-6 record and a lack of consistent offensive production, have not utilized Waller heavily, with only 12 targets over four games. Waller was ruled out for the remainder of Week 7 after exiting the game early, and the team is facing a difficult season with questions about their quarterback situation and overall direction.