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The Miami Dolphins will be without tight end Darren Waller for at least the next two games due to a pec injury sustained in their loss against the Cleveland Browns. While initial fears of a season-ending tear were allayed, Waller is expected to miss games against the Atlanta Falcons and Baltimore Ravens. This loss comes as a blow to an already depleted Dolphins offense, which is missing Tyreek Hill (IR), and two starting offensive lineman. Additionally, other players like Daniels, Jackson, Sanders, and Eichenberg are out on IR or PUP. The remaining tight end depth is thin, with Julian Hill also suffering an injury, leaving the team to rely on practice squad players. Waller, who unretired this season and had been a key offensive contributor, was acquired from the Giants.

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Dolphins’ Waller Out for Multiple Games with Pec Injury; Team Grapples with Mounting Injuries

MIAMI GARDENS, FL – The Miami Dolphins will be without one of their key offensive weapons for the next two games as tight end Darren Waller recovers from a pec injury. Head coach Mike McDaniel announced Monday that Waller is unlikely to play in the upcoming games against the Atlanta Falcons and the Baltimore Ravens.

“It’s probably living in hope to see him in the upcoming next week, next week’s games,” McDaniel said. “But he’ll be diligent; this means a lot to him. But that’s kind of where I’m at with it right now, with the information I have.”

The injury occurred during the Dolphins’ recent loss to the Cleveland Browns. Waller, who had four touchdowns in his first three games after returning from retirement, underwent an MRI on Monday. While the injury is described as soft tissue damage, it sparked concerns about a potential season-ending tear.

Waller’s agent, Drew Rosenhaus, stated that while there is pec issue, initial fears have been put to rest.

The absence of Waller compounds the Dolphins’ existing injury woes. The team is already without wide receiver Tyreek Hill, who is on injured reserve with a knee injury, as well as starting offensive linemen James Daniels and Austin Jackson, who have been sidelined since Week 1. Daniels is also battling a pec injury, similar to Waller’s, but has not returned.

“It is a big blow,” said McDaniel. “You never want to be down players but it is what it is.”

With Waller sidelined, the Dolphins’ tight end depth is severely tested. Julian Hill also sustained a leg injury in the Cleveland game, leaving Tanner Conner and practice squad players Hayden Rucci and Greg Dulcich as the available options.

The Dolphins (X-X) will host the Atlanta Falcons (X-X) next Sunday before a quick turnaround for a Thursday night matchup against the Baltimore Ravens (X-X). Overcoming these injuries and finding offensive production without key players will be critical for the Dolphins as they navigate the upcoming weeks.

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