Overview
Darren Charles Waller (born September 13, 1992) is an American football tight end for the New York Giants of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Georgia Tech and was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in the sixth round of the 2015 NFL Draft. He is the great-grandson of composer and jazz pianist Fats Waller.
Early life
Darren Waller was born in Landover, Maryland, to Dorian and Charlena Waller. He has a sister, Deanna. He was raised in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Marietta, Georgia, and Acworth, Georgia. Darren Waller's great-grandfather was jazz musician Fats Waller. Darren produces hip-hop music in his spare time.
College career
Waller attended and played college football at Georgia Tech as a wide receiver where he redshirted his freshman season of 2011 and decided to forgo his final year of eligibility by entering the 2015 NFL Draft.
Collegiate statistics
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