The Miami Dolphins are expected to make a roster move on Saturday, bringing back a key member of their offense after a stint on injured reserve. According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, Miami will activate tight end Darren Waller from injured reserve, making him eligible for the team’s Week 13 game against the New Orleans Saints. Waller missed the last four games with a pectoral injury.
The Dolphins designated Waller for return from IR on Wednesday, opening his 21-day practice window. He did not, however, need those 21 days as he will now be brought back to the active roster three days later.
Pelissero’s report did not indicate a corresponding roster move for Miami to make space under the league’s 53-player limit for Waller. The Dolphins have not announced the move.
Waller missed the first three games for the Dolphins this year after a training camp hip issue forced him to the sideline. He returned for four games, catching 10 receptions for 117 yards and four touchdowns. He was injured 16 snaps into the fourth game, then was placed on IR that week. Before he left, Waller, who was returning to the NFL after a one-year retirement, had developed a strong chemistry with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and was becoming the go-to redzone threat for the team.
Miami hosts the Saints on Sunday at Hard Rock Stadium. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. Eastern.
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