Raiders sign Pro Bowl tight end Darren Waller

The Las Vegas Raiders have arguably the NFL’s best wide receiver and tight

end under contract through the next few years.

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The Raiders inked tight end Darren Waller to a three-year contract extension on the eve of the team’s Week 1

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opener versus the Los Angeles Chargers, the team announced on Saturday morning.

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Waller signed a three-year deal worth $51 million,

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a person with knowledge of the situation told USA TODAY Sports.

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The person spoke on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the matter.

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Waller ranks third in franchise history among tight ends with 3,081 receiving yards.

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He signed with the Raiders in 2018. He has registered 270 catches, 3,184 yards and 16 touchdowns in his career.

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