Overview

• Miami sent a conditional 2026 sixth-round pick to New York in exchange for Waller and a conditional 2027 seventh-round pick.
• Waller has agreed to unretire and play on a one-year deal worth up to $5 million, agent Drew Rosenhaus confirmed.
• Under NFL rules he must be formally reinstated from the reserve/retired list before suiting up for Miami.
• The acquisition addresses the tight end spot vacated when Miami traded Jonnu Smith and Jalen Ramsey to the Steelers for safety Minkah Fitzpatrick.
• A two-time 1,000-yard Pro Bowler with the Raiders, Waller brings veteran pass-catching talent despite recent injury setbacks.