TE - Carolina Panthers
- 6' 6"
- 238 lbs
- Age 34
- Georgia Tech
84°- Wk Rank (ECR)
- TE #29
- Proj.
- 4.2 pts
- Matchup (?)
Availability
Darren Waller (rest) returned to practice as a full participant on Thursday.
Fantasy Impact
As expected, the veteran tight end was back and practicing at full capacity for the Panthers on Thursday. He should play in Week 2 but shouldn't be considered a reliable fantasy option at this point in the season.
Darren Waller (rest) missed Carolina's practice on Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact
To no surprise, the veteran tight end was given the day off on Wednesday as a veteran rest day. He should be back at practice on Thursday and is expected to be a full go in Week 2, although he shouldn't be started in most league formats at this point after a disappointing start to the season last week.
Darren Waller caught both of his targets for 28 yards in the Panthers' 59-37 loss to the Chicago Bears in Week 1.
Fantasy Impact
Waller made the most of his minimal involvement in a Carolina passing attack that saw the ball spread to seven different receivers in the season opener, averaging 14.0 yards per reception in the loss. The tight end will look for more involvement in a Week 2 divisional matchup against the Atlanta Falcons.
Darren Waller has yet to be cleared for Week 1 for the Carolina Panthers according to Steve Reed.
Fantasy Impact
Waller has practiced consistently throughout the week and is “good to go” according to head coach Dave Canales, but still needs to to be placed on the active roster ahead of Sunday’s matchup with the Chicago Bears.
Panthers TE Darren Waller practiced on Monday.
Fantasy Impact
Waller was seen catching passes from Bryce Young. It is unclear if he will play in Week 1 after signing with Carolina late in training camp.
