Pro Bowl TE Darren Waller adds wrinkle to Panthers' offense
Carolina signed the two-time 1,000-plus-yard receiver to create another positional dimension.
In Charlotte, North Carolina, the Carolina Panthers signed veteran tight end Darren Waller, who had returned from retirement, to inject new offensive dimensions into their roster. With seven seasons of relative mediocrity in tight end play, general manager Dan Morgan had initially resisted signing Waller but reversed his stance after seeing his potential during offseason training.
The 33-year-old Waller, who previously compiled career-best numbers in 2020, could provide an extra offensive wrinkle for quarterback Bryce Young. Known for his versatility, Waller could play both as a tight end and receiver, which could give Young more options in the passing game. Despite facing challenges during their second preseason game, coach Dave Canales sees Waller's unique skills as a potential game-changer for the Panthers' offense.
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