The Miami Dolphins are getting their red-zone weapon back for the 2025 season's final stretch.
Darren Waller (pectoral) is being activated from injured reserve and will play in Sunday's home game against the New Orleans Saints, NFL Network Insiders Tom Pelissero reported Saturday.
The Dolphins have since announced the news. Offensive tackle Austin Jackson (toe) was also activated from IR on Saturday.
Waller, who unretired to join the Dolphins in 2025, hasn't played since Week 7 after suffering a pectoral injury. The injury halted Waller's reemergence after he produced 10 receptions for 117 yards and four touchdowns in three games.
Having missed the last four games, Waller's return coincides with the Dolphins' attempt to salvage the season.
Miami has won three of its last four games and enters Sunday's matchup against a struggling Saints team following its bye week. The Dolphins defense has elevated its play in that stretch and Waller's presence portends to do the same for Tua Tagovailoa and Co.
The Dolphins (4-7) kick off against the Saints (2-9) at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday.