Darden caught his lone target for six yards across 12 games between the Browns (seven) and Seahawks (five) in 2024. He also returned 10 punts for 75 yards and seven kickoffs for 199 yards. The 2021 fourth-round pick didn't play an offensive snap for the Seahawks. He'll be a restricted free agent this offseason, and even if the Seahawks retain him, Darden will need to earn his job in training camp.
Jaelon Darden: Everything you need to know
Jaelon Darden
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STATS
Birthdate
1/14/1999 (26)
Status
UFA
HT/WT
5'8", 175 lbs
Draft Info
2021: Rd 4; Pk (TB)
Birthplace
Houston, TX, USA
Position
WR
College
North Texas
Experience
3 seasons
Career History
Cleveland Browns
2022-2025
(3 seasons)
Seattle Seahawks
2024-2024
(1 season)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
2021-2023
(2 seasons)
Jaelon Darden: Breaking News
The Seahawks claimed Darden off waivers Thursday, John Boyle of the team's official site reports. Darden was waived by the Browns on Wednesday, and it didn't take long for the 2021 fourth-round pick to find a new home. Darden has mostly operated as a return man on special teams this season and has logged 234 punt return yards and 97 kickoff return yards across seven regular-season games.
Darden was waived by the Browns on Wednesday. Darden appeared in seven games for Cleveland this season, seeing most of his opportunities as a return man on special teams. The 2021 fourth-round selection only had 20 offensive snaps but caught his only target for a six-yard gain. In a corresponding move, the Browns signed Bailey Zappe to bolster their quarterback depth.