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Jaylen Waddle made NFL history in his rookie season. Wes Welker wants to help the former Alabama standout elevate his game in Year 2.
Welker played in the league from 2004-to-2015, including 3 years in Miami (2004-06). The former All-Pro wideout is back in Miami as the Dolphins’ wide receivers coach and met with reporters on Wednesday. Joe Schad of the Palm Beach Post shares that Welker had high praise for Waddle and hopes to see the second-year receiver reach “the next level” in 2022.
Wes Welker on Jaylen Waddle: That kid is top notch. Ton of talent. Speed. Passion for the game. That’s what you want to work with. I’m excited to work with him and hopefully take him to the next level. pic.twitter.com/AxHMAGcfPq
— Joe Schad (@schadjoe) February 23, 2022
Waddle broke an NFL rookie record with 104 receptions last season. The NFL regular season was notably expanded to 17 games in 2021, though Waddle only played in 16. Waddle has 1,015 receiving yards and 6 touchdowns, plus a rushing score.
Dolphins fans are certainly excited to see what’s in store for Waddle this season.
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