The Miami Dolphins have repeatedly said they consider Tua Tagovailoa as their quarterback of the future. And now they’ve put their money where their mouth is, picking up a fifth-year option on Tagovailoa’s rookie contract.

According to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo, the fifth-year option guarantees Tagovailoa a salary of $23.2 million in the 2024 season.

There were a lot of rumors about Tagovailoa’s future in recent months and whether Miami actually believes he is the right guy to lead the franchise. While he was one of the best quarterbacks in the league when on the field in 2022, there were questions about his ability to stay healthy. He was in concussion protocol multiple times and missed four games in the regular season and the Dolphins’ wild-card game against the Buffalo Bills.

Still, the Dolphins reportedly believe the concussions were just unfortunate circumstances and were encouraged by Tagovailoa’s progress in his third year as a pro. Despite playing only 13 games, he threw for 3,548 yards and 25 touchdowns.

Despite taking Tua Tagovailoa with the No.5 pick in 2020, the Dolphins have flirted with a number of veteran quarterbacks since then. Previous coach Brian Flores preferred the likes of Ryan Fitzpatrick instead of Alabama product, while there were also rumors Tom Brady might join the franchise at some point. But after Mike McDaniel took over as head coach ahead of the 2022 season, he made it clear he believes in Tagovailoa and has done nothing to show differently since then.

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The Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has cleared concussion protocol a month after entering it, NFL Network reported on Thursday. Tagovailoa was diagnosed with his second concussion of the season after a knock to the head during Miami’s 26-20 loss to the Green Bay Packers on Christmas Day. He was placed into concussion protocol and missed the Dolphins’ final three games of the season as a result.

Named a first alternate to the Pro Bowl Games, Tagovailoa will not be participating despite having cleared the protocol, one source claimed. According to said source, Tagovailoa’s stay in concussion protocol was not the result of any debilitating symptoms or setbacks, but rather that the length of the stay was pre-determined.

Tagovailoa constantly proved himself as one of Miami’s star players this season, being named FedEx Air Player of the Week in Week 2 and Week 8. He also set career highs in completion percentage, passing yards, and passing touchdowns.

Entering the 2023 season, Dolphins general manager Chris Grier confirmed that Tagovailoa will be Miami’s starting quarterback. According to doctors who have evaluated the player, Tagovailoa’s concussions should not leave him susceptible to further head injuries.

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The Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has entered concussion protocol after displaying concussion symptoms, Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel confirmed on Monday.

Tagovailoa displayed and admitted to having concussion symptoms during discussions with team doctors on Monday, prompting them to place Tagovailoa immediately into concussion protocol. The quarterback is believed to have suffered a concussion during the Dolphins’ 26-20 loss to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, however, McDaniel remains unsure on which play he suffered the injury.

This is the second time that Tagovailoa has been placed into concussion protocol this season, the first time coming in Week 4 after he took a hit during the game against the Cincinnati Bengals. He was hospitalized after his head hit the turf and remained on the sidelines for the next two games.

Backup quarterback Teddy Bridgewater is expected to step to take first-team snaps, however, McDaniel has so far refused to name a replacement quarterback for the game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, explaining that it is still too early to decide.

“I just want guys to really be done right by, by the information we have, the science, and all the medical expertise that we rely on,” McDaniel said to the press. “I care very deeply about each and every player, I take that very serious. I just want him to get healthy and have peace of mind in that regard. … It’s about the human being and making sure he’s squared away.”

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The Miami Dolphins selected standout quarterback Tua Tagovailoa with the 5th overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. After serving as veteran Ryan Fitzpatrick’s backup for the first six games of the season, the team has decided that it’s his turn to take the reins.

Tagovailoa, who made his NFL debut in the fourth quarter of last weekend’s win over the New York Jets, is set to step into the starting position after the team’s Week 7 bye.

The former Alabama standout got to play in the Dolphins’ final possession of the game last week, with Fitzpatrick applauding him on the sideline, and he impressed by completing his first two NFL passes.

The Dolphins, who find themselves right in the hunt of the playoff race at 3-3, look to be making the move to go with Tagovailoa due to his higher upside and the progress that he has made after an abbreviated preseason.

The 2018 AP All-American, who missed the second half of the 2019 college football season after suffering a dislocated and fractured hip, is finally healthy and ready to go.

Tagovailoa will have a tough task in his first game as the starter, as his team will host the 4-2 Los Angeles Rams.

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“Fitzmagic” continues to live on in Miami. Well, at least for the next week.

Dolphins decided to remove any doubts about their starting quarterback in Week 5 against the San Francisco 49ers and announced that Ryan Fitzpatrick will start the game under center. The news comes after speculations that head coach Brian Flores is considering turning over the offense to Tua Tagovailoa, Miami’s No.5 pick in the 2020 NFL Draft.

Dolphins are 1-3 this season with Fitzpatrick as a starter, with the 37-year-old experiencing notable oscillations in his game in 2020. He is currently completing 69.0 percent of his passes, having thrown for 994 yards, four touchdowns, and five interceptions.

Still, Flores is hesitant to bench Fitzpatrick, believing that Tagovailoa could benefit from sitting behind the veteran before being thrown into the fire. Also, Alabama’s product underwent hip surgery, and the organization doesn’t want to rush his return to the field.

On the other hand, other teams that started rookie quarterbacks this season, Cincinnati Bengals and LA Chargers, greatly benefited from this decision. This likely increases the pressure on Miami to do the same, with their fan base already asking for a change at the position.

If Dolphins continue to underperform and Fitzpatrick struggles in Week 5, it shouldn’t be surprising that Flores backs on his decision and gives Tagovailoa a chance.

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Miami Dolphins will give Josh Rosen an opportunity to prove he can be a franchise quarterback after all. According to several media reports, Miami will make Rosen the starting QB for the Sunday’s game against the Dallas Cowboys.

After a shutout loss against the New England Patriots on Sunday, Dolphins’ head coach Brian Flores reiterated his determination to keep journeyman QB Ryan Fitzpatrick as the starter. However, NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport broke the news on Thursday that Flores had a change of hearts and will give Rosen a chance in Week 3 after all.

In the first two games, Fitzpatrick threw for only 274 yards and one touchdown while notching four interceptions. Dolphins also scored just 10 points in those two games, while allowing league-high 102 points.

Dolphins acquired Josh Rosen in April, sending a second-round pick to Arizona Cardinals. Rosen, who was Cardinals’ 10th pick in 2018, previously started 13 games in his rookie season, completing 55.2 percent of his passes for 2,278 yards and 11 touchdowns.

Since coming to Miami, Rosen made four preseason appearances in which he completed 62.2 percent of his passes for 352 yards. He also played as a relief for Fitzpatrick in the first two games of the regular season, throwing for 102 yards and two interceptions.

While Rosen’s talent is undeniable, it seems like he is once again in a situation where he is set for failure. Dolphins have traded away most of their key players, and have a week o-line, which was one of Rosen’s biggest issues while he was with Arizona. Whether one year of experience will help him overcome the deficits of the team in his second attempt remains to be seen.

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The Miami Dolphins have repeatedly said they consider Tua Tagovailoa as their quarterback of the future. And now they’ve put their money where their mouth is, picking up a fifth-year option on Tagovailoa’s rookie contract.

According to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo, the fifth-year option guarantees Tagovailoa a salary of $23.2 million in the 2024 season.

There were a lot of rumors about Tagovailoa’s future in recent months and whether Miami actually believes he is the right guy to lead the franchise. While he was one of the best quarterbacks in the league when on the field in 2022, there were questions about his ability to stay healthy. He was in concussion protocol multiple times and missed four games in the regular season and the Dolphins’ wild-card game against the Buffalo Bills.

Still, the Dolphins reportedly believe the concussions were just unfortunate circumstances and were encouraged by Tagovailoa’s progress in his third year as a pro. Despite playing only 13 games, he threw for 3,548 yards and 25 touchdowns.

Despite taking Tua Tagovailoa with the No.5 pick in 2020, the Dolphins have flirted with a number of veteran quarterbacks since then. Previous coach Brian Flores preferred the likes of Ryan Fitzpatrick instead of Alabama product, while there were also rumors Tom Brady might join the franchise at some point. But after Mike McDaniel took over as head coach ahead of the 2022 season, he made it clear he believes in Tagovailoa and has done nothing to show differently since then.

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The Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has cleared concussion protocol a month after entering it, NFL Network reported on Thursday. Tagovailoa was diagnosed with his second concussion of the season after a knock to the head during Miami’s 26-20 loss to the Green Bay Packers on Christmas Day. He was placed into concussion protocol and missed the Dolphins’ final three games of the season as a result.

Named a first alternate to the Pro Bowl Games, Tagovailoa will not be participating despite having cleared the protocol, one source claimed. According to said source, Tagovailoa’s stay in concussion protocol was not the result of any debilitating symptoms or setbacks, but rather that the length of the stay was pre-determined.

Tagovailoa constantly proved himself as one of Miami’s star players this season, being named FedEx Air Player of the Week in Week 2 and Week 8. He also set career highs in completion percentage, passing yards, and passing touchdowns.

Entering the 2023 season, Dolphins general manager Chris Grier confirmed that Tagovailoa will be Miami’s starting quarterback. According to doctors who have evaluated the player, Tagovailoa’s concussions should not leave him susceptible to further head injuries.

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The Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has entered concussion protocol after displaying concussion symptoms, Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel confirmed on Monday.

Tagovailoa displayed and admitted to having concussion symptoms during discussions with team doctors on Monday, prompting them to place Tagovailoa immediately into concussion protocol. The quarterback is believed to have suffered a concussion during the Dolphins’ 26-20 loss to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, however, McDaniel remains unsure on which play he suffered the injury.

This is the second time that Tagovailoa has been placed into concussion protocol this season, the first time coming in Week 4 after he took a hit during the game against the Cincinnati Bengals. He was hospitalized after his head hit the turf and remained on the sidelines for the next two games.

Backup quarterback Teddy Bridgewater is expected to step to take first-team snaps, however, McDaniel has so far refused to name a replacement quarterback for the game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, explaining that it is still too early to decide.

“I just want guys to really be done right by, by the information we have, the science, and all the medical expertise that we rely on,” McDaniel said to the press. “I care very deeply about each and every player, I take that very serious. I just want him to get healthy and have peace of mind in that regard. … It’s about the human being and making sure he’s squared away.”

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The Miami Dolphins selected standout quarterback Tua Tagovailoa with the 5th overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. After serving as veteran Ryan Fitzpatrick’s backup for the first six games of the season, the team has decided that it’s his turn to take the reins.

Tagovailoa, who made his NFL debut in the fourth quarter of last weekend’s win over the New York Jets, is set to step into the starting position after the team’s Week 7 bye.

The former Alabama standout got to play in the Dolphins’ final possession of the game last week, with Fitzpatrick applauding him on the sideline, and he impressed by completing his first two NFL passes.

The Dolphins, who find themselves right in the hunt of the playoff race at 3-3, look to be making the move to go with Tagovailoa due to his higher upside and the progress that he has made after an abbreviated preseason.

The 2018 AP All-American, who missed the second half of the 2019 college football season after suffering a dislocated and fractured hip, is finally healthy and ready to go.

Tagovailoa will have a tough task in his first game as the starter, as his team will host the 4-2 Los Angeles Rams.

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“Fitzmagic” continues to live on in Miami. Well, at least for the next week.

Dolphins decided to remove any doubts about their starting quarterback in Week 5 against the San Francisco 49ers and announced that Ryan Fitzpatrick will start the game under center. The news comes after speculations that head coach Brian Flores is considering turning over the offense to Tua Tagovailoa, Miami’s No.5 pick in the 2020 NFL Draft.

Dolphins are 1-3 this season with Fitzpatrick as a starter, with the 37-year-old experiencing notable oscillations in his game in 2020. He is currently completing 69.0 percent of his passes, having thrown for 994 yards, four touchdowns, and five interceptions.

Still, Flores is hesitant to bench Fitzpatrick, believing that Tagovailoa could benefit from sitting behind the veteran before being thrown into the fire. Also, Alabama’s product underwent hip surgery, and the organization doesn’t want to rush his return to the field.

On the other hand, other teams that started rookie quarterbacks this season, Cincinnati Bengals and LA Chargers, greatly benefited from this decision. This likely increases the pressure on Miami to do the same, with their fan base already asking for a change at the position.

If Dolphins continue to underperform and Fitzpatrick struggles in Week 5, it shouldn’t be surprising that Flores backs on his decision and gives Tagovailoa a chance.

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Miami Dolphins will give Josh Rosen an opportunity to prove he can be a franchise quarterback after all. According to several media reports, Miami will make Rosen the starting QB for the Sunday’s game against the Dallas Cowboys.

After a shutout loss against the New England Patriots on Sunday, Dolphins’ head coach Brian Flores reiterated his determination to keep journeyman QB Ryan Fitzpatrick as the starter. However, NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport broke the news on Thursday that Flores had a change of hearts and will give Rosen a chance in Week 3 after all.

In the first two games, Fitzpatrick threw for only 274 yards and one touchdown while notching four interceptions. Dolphins also scored just 10 points in those two games, while allowing league-high 102 points.

Dolphins acquired Josh Rosen in April, sending a second-round pick to Arizona Cardinals. Rosen, who was Cardinals’ 10th pick in 2018, previously started 13 games in his rookie season, completing 55.2 percent of his passes for 2,278 yards and 11 touchdowns.

Since coming to Miami, Rosen made four preseason appearances in which he completed 62.2 percent of his passes for 352 yards. He also played as a relief for Fitzpatrick in the first two games of the regular season, throwing for 102 yards and two interceptions.

While Rosen’s talent is undeniable, it seems like he is once again in a situation where he is set for failure. Dolphins have traded away most of their key players, and have a week o-line, which was one of Rosen’s biggest issues while he was with Arizona. Whether one year of experience will help him overcome the deficits of the team in his second attempt remains to be seen.

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