Panthers HC Dave Canales details plan for TE Darrren Waller moving forward
Panthers HC Dave Canales was asked if the newly-signed Darren Waller will participate in Wednesday's practice with the Jags. Here's the plan . . .
Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales spoke to reporters following Monday's training camp session, addressing the outlook for tight end Darrren Waller, who signed with the team on Monday. Canales was asked about the plan for Waller's return to practice. Right now, the focus is on Waller's base level of fitness after a recent return-to-play assessment.
He had a great day at RTP, but they will give him a day to recover before ramping up the intensity. Waller was present at the facility on Wednesday afternoon but worked off to the side. Canales stated that Waller will not participate in Wednesday's joint practice with the Jacksonville Jaguars, a combative session. Instead, Waller is expected to work on individual work to throw with Bryce Young.
Waller, who returned to football in 2025 after retiring in 2024 with the Miami Dolphins, emphasized the importance of staying in great shape throughout the process. The Panthers and Jaguars will follow up their joint session with a preseason game on Friday at 7:30 p.m. ET from EverBank Stadium. Waller is unlikely to play in that contest as well.
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