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Dolphins List Darren Waller Doubtful for Opener With Hip Strain as Tyreek Hill Nears Return

The managed ramp-up for the unretired veteran has given way to contingency planning at tight end.

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Darren Waller arrives for the launch of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2023 issue in New York City, U.S., May 18, 2023. REUTERS/Jeenah Moon/File Photo
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - JULY 23: Tyreek Hill #10 and Jaylen Waddle #17 of the Miami Dolphins look on during Miami Dolphins Training Camp at Baptist Health Training Complex on July 23, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida.
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - AUGUST 23: Tyreek Hill #10 of the Miami Dolphins looks on prior to a NFL Preseason 2025 game between Jacksonville Jaguars and Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on August 23, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida.

Overview

  • Coach Mike McDaniel said Waller strained his hip before Wednesday’s practice, aggravated it Thursday, and is not expected to play against the Colts.
  • Waller did not practice Wednesday or Thursday as Miami stuck to a plan that has avoided three consecutive practice days since his late-August activation.
  • Miami acquired Waller after he returned from a yearlong retirement, elevating his importance following the offseason departure of Jonnu Smith.
  • With Waller doubtful, the Dolphins are weighing options behind Julian Hill and Tanner Conner, including potential practice-squad elevations, according to McDaniel.
  • McDaniel said Tyreek Hill (oblique, calf) and De’Von Achane (calf) are on track to play, while rookie RB Jaylen Wright (knee) is out multiple weeks and RG James Daniels (ankle) is in question.