Darren Waller Reveals Decision on Possible Contract Holdout

This summer, the Las Vegas Raiders gave large contracts to Davante Adams, Maxx Crosby, Hunter Renfrow, and Derek Carr.

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Tight end Darren Waller has been excluded from the fun because of all the spending.

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The Pro Bowl tight end has been a top-three performer at his position and a great player for the team.

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Despite this, according to Over the Cap, he is the NFL's 17th highest-paid tight end.

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The Raiders would be wise to keep Waller because he is a crucial member of the group.

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He doesn't initiate arguments, which is great for the squad. He's made it obvious that he wants a new contract

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but he's given his agent the reins in those negotiations and said he has no plans to hold out if a deal can't be struck.

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Regarding his contract situation, Waller replied, "Yeah, I'm focused on playing right now.

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