Waller continues to work himself back into "football shape" after retirement.

Waller will be tasked with replacing Smith's production at tight end.

The Dolphins will give their starters a little more game action before the preseason is over. Head coach Mike McDaniel said at a Thursday press conference that the team plans to play their first-stringers in Saturday night's game against the Jaguars.

The Miami Dolphins had their final solo training camp practice of 2025 on Wednesday, Aug, 20 at Baptist Health Training Complex.

While many key starters won't see extended action in the preseason, the joint practice provides them with the opportunity to get game-like reps in a more controlled environment.