Retired NFL Star Darren Waller drops a banger ‘Top Play’ and proves his future might just be in music

Who said retirement means slowing down? Former NFL tight end Darren Waller isn’t sitting still post-football, he’s jumping straight into a brand-new arena: music. After teasing his love for beats during his playing career, Waller is now going all in with his latest release titled “Top Play”. And honestly? It slaps. Fans are hyped, critics are curious, and Waller’s proving that he’s got way more than just football talent.


Waller’s latest track, Top Play, is already grabbing attention online and not just because it’s a solid drop, but because it feels like a natural next step for him. The ex-Raiders and Giants star teased the song in January 2025 during the NFL playoffs, captioning a short clip on Instagram with:
“Playoff vibes otw so had to cook up an anthem 🔊 Top Play by me over that NFL Street intro😂🔥”

The beat pulls from the nostalgic energy of the old NFL Street video games, and the lyrics hit hard, it’s confident, personal, and full of playoff swagger. The vibe? Exactly what you’d expect from a former pro who still lives and breathes the sport.

While Top Play has a more playful, hype tone, it’s not Waller’s first foray into music. Back in July 2024, he released an EP called Mind Games: It’s All in Your Head, which featured tracks like Mind Games and All In Your Head. Those songs were way more introspective focusing on overthinking, mental health, and the struggles he’s faced both on and off the field.
The EP didn’t just showcase his lyrical skills, but also how deep his music runs emotionally. Fans connected with his transparency and the fact that he wasn’t afraid to speak about real, raw experiences.
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Darren Waller’s NFL retirement may have shocked fans, but his pivot to music is quickly winning them back over. He’s not just dabbling, he’s diving in. And his supporters aren’t just streaming his songs, they’re rallying behind his second act. From breakup headlines to retirement announcements to this musical comeback, Waller is redefining what life after football can look like.
With Top Play, Darren Waller is no longer just a former NFL star, he’s now a rising artist with genuine talent. The beats are strong, the bars are bold, and his energy is unmistakable. If this is what post-football Darren Waller looks like, music fans might be in for a whole new MVP season.