Darren Waller Retires from NFL After Nine Seasons

The Giants tight end steps away from football following a challenging season and personal changes.

Waller informed the Giants of his retirement ahead of the team's mandatory minicamp.
He forfeits $10.5 million in salary for the 2024 season, saving the Giants $11.6 million in cap space.
Waller's career included notable highs with the Raiders, but recent seasons were marred by injuries.
The Giants anticipated his retirement, drafting Theo Johnson and signing veteran tight ends.
Waller has been open about his struggles with addiction and is focusing on his music career post-retirement.