Jaylen Waddle, a wide receiver for the Miami Dolphins, has most recently received a contract extension in March 2024, a three-year deal worth $84.75 million, the reason for which is his explosive performance in the past three seasons with the team, since 2021. He has played in 47 games, recording 251 receptions for 3,385 yards and 18 touchdowns. The former is more than 1000 yards in every season; further, in 2022, he had an average per reception rate of 18.1, which is not only his career high but also that season's highest by any wide receiver.
The four-star recruit went to the Episcopal High School, following which Waddle got enrolled at the University of Alabama in 2018. In his debut season, he was the SEC Freshman of the Year, and the following season, he was the SEC Special Teams Player of the Year and he was also named for the first-team All-SEC. He was also named for the second-team All-SEC and the CFP National Champion in 2020. Regardless, he forgoed his senior year for the 2021 NFL Draft, and got selected by the Miami Dolphins.
What is Jaylen Waddle's 40-time?
Waddle's 40-yard dash time is 4.37 seconds, recorded unofficially. Unfortunately, though, he decided to skip the 2021 NFL Combine, and therefore the speedster does not have an official 40-yard time for him to gloat about. Irrespective of whether or not the Houston native has an official time, there is no denying his speed on the field and no defender in the NFL will feel comfortable matching up against him.
Jaylen Waddle's Physical Attributes
| Height | 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm) |
| Weight | 185 pounds (84 kg) |
| Age | 25 years old (November 25, 1998) |
Jaylen Waddle's Height
Waddle stands at 5 feet 10 inches (1.78 m) tall. His height is a few inches under the average height of an NFL receiver, which means taller safeties and cornerbacks have an advantage there. However, in most situations, he does not need to battle for catches in the air, as his speed is enough.
Jaylen Waddle's Weight
As for his weight, Waddle comes in at just 185 lb. (84 kg). His lean frame does help him accelerate, which is a good thing, but the NFL is a hard and physical league that requires players to be tough and strong. For Waddle and the Dolphins' sake, they will be hoping that he can remain healthy and injury-free as much as possible, lest it be a huge blow to their offense.
Jaylen Waddle's Age
Jaylen Waddle is 25 years old as of September 2024. He was born on November 25, 1998.
FAQs on Jaylen Waddle
Jaylen Waddle has a unique touchdown celebration which is the penguin dance.
Jaylen Waddle Sr. and Lesha Redmon are the parents of Jaylen Waddle.
Jaylen Waddle used to be called ‘Magic’ in high school because his coach would say ‘Now you see him, now you don’t’ referring to his quick speed.
Jaylen Waddle holds the NFL record for most receptions by a rookie with 104.
Jaylen Waddle had 1,356 receiving yards on 75 receptions in the 2022 NFL season, leading the league with the average of 18.1.
