The New York Giants appeared to be on the rise after making the playoffs in 2022, but they took a huge step back in 2023, failing to make the postseason. Injuries killed New York’s season, as Daniel Jones tore his ACL, and the offensive line was a shambles for the majority of the year, with players constantly changing positions.
The Giants also saw veterans like Darren Waller struggle with injury as well, though he managed to play at least 12 games for the team.
Waller entered the season as New York’s biggest offseason acquisition and had a strong training camp, though that didn’t quite translate on the field as he finished the year with 52 receptions for 552 yards and one touchdown.
The veteran tight end has a few more years left on his deal, but given his age and injury history, retirement is on the table.
If Waller were to retire or if the Giants choose to release him, then the team could end up opening up more cap space, via Dan Duggan of The Athletic.
“We’re officially past June 1, so if Darren Waller retires or is released the Giants will gain $11.6M in cap savings with $2.5M dead money this year and $4.9M dead money in 2025,” Duggan reported.
Given how much New York may save by dismissing Waller, it appears that the former Pro Bowler’s stint with the organization is coming to an end. Waller has not ruled out retirement, so it will be intriguing to watch what he does in the following weeks.
