Darren Waller Injury Update: Raiders TE Misses Practice, Status Uncertain

Hamstring Strain Nags Pro Bowl TE

Darren Waller is battling a persistent hamstring injury that has limited him in practice this week.

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Darren Waller has once again been hampered by a hamstring injury, causing him to miss practice on Wednesday and Thursday. The Pro Bowl pass-catcher initially suffered the injury in Week 1, forcing him to exit the Raiders' season opener against the Los Angeles Chargers. After returning to action in Week 3 against the Tennessee Titans, Waller aggravated the injury in Week 4 against the Kansas City Chiefs and has been limited ever since.

Status Uncertain for Week 5

Waller's status for Week 5 against the Denver Broncos remains uncertain. While he did return to practice in a limited capacity on Friday, his availability for Sunday's game is still in question. The Raiders will likely make a decision on Waller's status closer to game time.

Injury History and Impact

Waller has a history of injuries, including hamstring issues. In 2021, he missed several games due to a hamstring injury. His current injury could further hamper the Raiders' offense, which has already been struggling this season. Waller is one of the team's most valuable players, and his absence would be a significant blow.

Raiders Monitoring Situation Closely

The Raiders are closely monitoring Waller's condition and will make a decision on his status for Week 5 based on his progress in practice. If Waller is unable to play, the Raiders will likely rely on backup Foster Moreau and rookie tight end Jesper Horsted to fill his role.