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| Wk | Opp | Yds | TD | Int | Yds | TD | Lost | Pts |
| 1 | NE, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 2 | @BAL, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 3 | BUF, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 4 | @CIN, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 5 | @NYJ, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 6 | MIN, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 7 | PIT, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 8 | @DET, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 9 | @CHI, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 10 | CLE, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 11 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 12 | HOU, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 13 | @SF, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 14 | @LAC, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 15 | @BUF, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 16 | GB, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 17 | @NE, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 18 | NYJ, | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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Not likely to play Saturday
Tagovailoa isn't expected to play in Saturday's preseason game in Tampa Bay.
Analysis: Along with Tagovailoa, the Dolphins are keeping top wide receivers Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle and running backs Chase Edmonds and Raheem Mostert on the sideline. In Tagovailoa's place, Teddy Bridgewater and rookie seventh-round pick Skylar Thompson will be under center for the team Saturday.
Published: Sat, Aug 13 at 3:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Not likely to play Saturday
Coach Mike McDaniel suggested Tuesday that Tagovailoa isn't likely to play in Saturday's preseason opener against the Bucs, though the Dolphins haven't made a final decision, Adam H. Beasley of Pro Football Network reports.
Analysis: It's unclear if the final decision will be announced or something McDaniel keeps to himself. In the unlikely event Tagovailoa ends up playing, it would probably be for no more than a drive or two.
Published: Thu, Aug 11 at 6:45am by Rotowire.com
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Connects with Hill at practice
Tagovailoa completed a couple of deep passes to Dolphins' newcomer Tyreek Hill during Thursday's minicamp session, ESPN's Marcel Louis-Jacques reports.
Analysis: The QB's passes to Hill on Thursday went for 45 and 55 yards, and while we won't read too much into a pair of plays in mandatory minicamp, they did support the notion that Tagovailoa could progress as a downfield thrower in 2022. That's an area the signal-caller believes he can improve on in his third NFL campaign. With that in mind, Tagovailoa -- who indicated that he spent a majority of his offseason working on his foundation and improving his arm strength and mobility -- at this stage noted…read more
Published: Thu, Jun 2 at 11:41am by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with non-COVID illness
Tagovailoa was sent home during Tuesday's voluntary OTA practice due to a non-COVID illness, Adam H. Beasley of Pro Football Network reports.
Analysis: It sounds like the quarterback tried to give it a go, but there's no reason to push him or risk spreading the illness around at this point in the offseason. New Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel has made it clear that Tagovailoa will be his starter Week 1, though he could certainly face pressure from Teddy Bridgewater if he struggles out of the gate. Regardless, Miami's offseason is expected to look completely different this year with McDaniel at the helm and a litany of new offensive weapons…read more
Published: Tue, May 24 at 9:14am by Rotowire.com
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Leader of reloaded offense
Tagovailoa is positioned to lead a revamped Dolphins offense in the 2022 season, with Miami most recently having acquired six-time Pro Bowl wideout Tyreek Hill from the Chiefs on Wednesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: The Dolphins will surrender significant draft capital in exchange for Hill, giving up five picks headlined by 2022 first-round and second-round selections. Even so, the pairing of Hill with 2021 rookie standout Jaylen Waddle can't be overstated. Heading into what looks like a make-or-break Year 3 campaign, Tagovailoa will not only have the benefit of an improved receiving corps that also returns Mike Gesicki and DeVante Parker, but he'll also get significant upgrades to his offensive line…read more
Published: Wed, Mar 23 at 9:49am by Rotowire.com
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Focus of new offensive scheme
New Dolphins quarterbacks coach and passing game coordinator Darrell Bevell said Wednesday "the [offensive] system is going to be built and tailored to [Tagovailoa]," Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Bevell said Miami's scheme will be designed to "bring out all the positives in [Tagovailoa's] game," which reinforces comments from new coach Mike McDaniel about the team's commitment to the third-year quarterback. Tagovailoa's accuracy and ability to make off-schedule plays were praised by Bevell, though he also mentioned a need to clean up certain mechanics. The Dolphins seem likely to prioritize upgrading the O-line this offseason, and McDaniel's new system also should upgrade the running…read more
Published: Thu, Feb 24 at 6:48am by Rotowire.com
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Future in Miami looking murkier
Dolphins owner Stephen Ross said Monday, after the firing of coach Brian Flores, that a decision on whether or not to stick with Tagovailoa under center will be up to the next coaching staff, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Ross said he "has a lot of confidence" in Tagovailoa, per Andrew Siciliano of NFL Network, but he also noted that it will be up to the next head coach to make a decision about the Dolphins' starting quarterback for 2022. When asked, Ross said he currently has "no plans" to pursue Deshaun Watson this offseason, per Safid Deen of the South Florida Sun Sentinel, but the fact that non-commmital langauge is being used to describe Tagovailoa's job security after a coaching change would seem to speak…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 10 at 7:52am by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in Sunday's win
Tagovailoa completed 15 of 22 passes for 109 yards and a touchdown and gained 38 rushing yards on five carries in Sunday's 33-24 win over the Patriots.
Analysis: Aside from a seven-yard TD strike to Jaylen Waddle in the first quarter, Tagovailoa didn't contribute much to the Dolphins' victory, instead allowing Duke Johnson and the defense to do most of the heavy lifting. The second-year QB failed to reach 200 passing yards in three of his last four games this season, wrapping up the campaign with a sharp 67.8 percent completion rate but far more pedestrian 17:10 TD:INT and 2,762 passing yards through 14 games, and Tua may not have done enough to…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 9 at 10:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Scuffles in Week 17 loss
Tagovailoa completed 18 of 38 passes for 205 yards with no touchdowns and one interception in the Dolphins' 34-3 loss to the Titans on Sunday. He also rushed twice for one yard and committed three fumbles, losing one.
Analysis: Tagovailoa's mess of a final line tells the tale of how forgettable an afternoon it was for both him and the Dolphins offense as a whole. The second-year signal-caller was kept out of sync all afternoon by an aggressive Titans defense that sacked him four times and limited him to 5.4 yards per attempt alongside a 53.1 QB rating. Tagovailoa helped just one pass catcher, Mike Gesicki, get over the 50-yard mark, and he threw an interception for the third straight game as well. The Dolphins are…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 2 at 3:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Engineers another win
Tagovailoa completed 19 of 26 passes for 198 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Monday night's 20-3 win over the Saints.
Analysis: Tagovailoa again relied heavily on wideout Jaylen Waddle's ability to create separation on underneath routes to move the ball. When he did take a shot downfield in the second half, Tagovailoa was intercepted on an overthrow. In fairness, though, the signal-caller responded with an impressive 40-yard pass to extend his subsequent drive, followed by a long completion to Waddle on a flea flicker the next play. Appropriately, Tagovailoa then capped that series with a one-yard touchdown to Waddle,…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 27 at 8:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Overcomes miscues to top Jets
Tagovailoa completed 16 of 27 passes for 196 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions in Sunday's 31-24 win over the Jets. He added 19 yards on seven rushing attempts.
Analysis: Tagovailoa got off to an awful start while adjusting to the absence of favorite target Jaylen Waddle (illness). He recovered his own fumble on the game's third play but was immediately tackled to create a three-and-out on Miami's opening drive, then threw an interception on his first pass of the game to lead off the following drive. New York took advantage of Tua's early struggles and raced out to a 10-0 lead, but the Dolphins responded with a pair of Duke Johnson rushing touchdowns and a…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 19 at 2:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Guides Dolphins to victory
Tagovailoa completed 30 of his 41 pass attempts for 244 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions in Sunday's 20-9 win over the Giants.
Analysis: Tagovailoa reached 40 pass attempts for the third time this season and for the first time since Week 7. He put up a disappointing yardage total by averaging only 6.0 yards per attempt despite being accurate with his passes. That was a product of largely working in short areas of the field, as he had only one completion of more than 20 yards. However, Tagovailoa salvaged his performance with a pair of touchdowns, one from five yards away and the other from two. Tagovailoa has proven to have a…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 5 at 5:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Another efficient performance
Tagovailoa completed 27 of 31 passes for 230 yards with a touchdown and no interceptions in the Dolphins' 33-10 win over the Panthers on Sunday. He also netted no gain on four rushes and committed two fumbles, losing one.
Analysis: The occasionally poor ball security was a blemish, but otherwise it was hard to find fault with Tagovailoa's performance in a surprisingly comfortable win for the Dolphins. The second-year signal-caller kept up his hot hand from Week 11, when he completed a sensational 81.8 percent of his passes against the Jets. Tagovailoa was even sharper versus Carolina, connecting on a season-high 87.1 percent of his throws while notching completions to eight different pass catchers. Miami is now on a…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 28 at 1:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Accurate in Week 11 win
Tagovailoa completed 27 of 33 passes for 273 yards, two touchdowns and an interception in Sunday's 24-17 win over the Jets. He added six rushing yards on three attempts.
Analysis: Tagovailoa completed all six of his passes on the opening possession, which was eventually capped by a one-yard Jaylen Waddle rushing touchdown on a wildcat play. The next drive didn't go nearly as well, though, as Tua was intercepted and the Jets scored on their ensuing drive to tie it up. Neither team mustered any more points in the first half, but Tagovailoa broke the tie on Miami's first drive after halftime by finding Mack Hollins behind the Jets secondary for a 65-yard touchdown. He later…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 2:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared for Week 11 start
Tagovailoa (finger) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Jets and has been cleared to start the contest, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Tagovailoa will reclaim starting duties from Jacoby Brissett for the first time since Week 8, though the Dolphins felt comfortable enough with the second-year signal-caller's health to use him in relief of Brissett in last week's upset win over the Ravens. Not only did Tagovailoa perform well off the bench in that contest, but he also closed the current week with a pair of full practices to assuage any lingering concern about his ability to play through a fractured middle finger on his throwing…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 19 at 12:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Full participant in walkthrough
Tagovailoa (left finger) was listed as a full participant in Thursday's walkthrough, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Barring any setbacks, Tagovailoa remains on track to start Sunday's game against the Jets, though Friday's final injury report of the week will cement whether or not the QB heads into the weekend carrying a Week 11 injury designation.
Published: Thu, Nov 18 at 1:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Practicing with starters
Tagovailoa (finger) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Head coach Brian Flores said Monday that he expected Tagovailoa to return to the starting lineup Sunday against the Jets, following an effective appearance off the bench in last Thursday's 22-10 win over Baltimore. The Dolphins want to see how Tagovailoa looks in practice before they commit to him starting, as the fractured finger on his left hand apparently is still more of a concern than Jacoby Brissett's recent knee injury (Brissett was a full participant Wednesday). According toDaniel…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 17 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Set for Week 11 start
Coach Brian Flores said Monday that he expect Tagovailoa (finger) to start Sunday's game against the Jets, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Tagovailoa replaced Jacoby Brissett midway through Thursday's game against the Ravens and led the Dolphins to a win, though he only completed eight of 13 pass attempts for 158 yards without a touchdown or interception in the process. Though Flores mentioned that Tagovailoa injured his finger further Week 10 and played through discomfort, it looks like Miami is confident enough in the 2020 first-rounder's health that there aren't questions about his availability going forward. It's possible that…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 15 at 10:06am by Rotowire.com
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Week 11 starter TBD
Coach Brian Flores reiterated Friday that Tagovailoa is viewed as the Dolphins' top QB, but declined to confirm the 2020 first-rounder as the team's Week 11 starter versus the Jets, citing the finger injury Tagovailoa is still dealing with, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Jacoby Brissett drew the start at QB in Thursday's 22-10 win over the Ravens because Flores believed Tagovailoa's fractured middle finger (on his throwing hand) was affecting some of his throws. However, when Brissett left the game in the third quarter with a knee injury, Tagovailoa was called upon and finished out the contest, even though Brissett was subsequently cleared to return. While Tagovailoa performed admirably in relief, Flores relayed that the signal-caller fought through some…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 12 at 10:26am by Rotowire.com
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Impressive in emergency duty
Tagovailoa (finger) entered Thursday night's 22-10 win over the Ravens for Jacoby Brissett (knee) with 11:46 remaining in the third quarter and completed eight of 13 passes for 158 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions. He also netted zero yards and a touchdown on three rushes and committed a fumble that was recovered by the Dolphins.
Analysis: Tagovailoa slotted in as Brissett's emergency backup for the second straight game, and this time, he was called into duty for almost an entire half. The second-year signal-caller turned in an admirable effort in the victory and led scoring marches of 53 and 75 yards, the latter which he closed out with a one-yard touchdown run after the Ravens had closed to within five points. The fact Tagovailoa threw the ball well despite the fracture on the middle finger of his throwing hand is certainly…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 11 at 9:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't start Thursday night
Tagovailoa, who is dealing with a fracture in the middle finger of his left hand, is slated to back up Jacoby Brissett in Thursday night's game against the Ravens, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: With Tagovailoa not quite ready to reclaim Miami's starting QB role as he continues to recover from his finger injury, Brissett will make his second consecutive start. Tagovailoa now will look to bounce back in time to get the nod when the Dolphins take on the Jets on Sunday, Nov. 21.
Published: Thu, Nov 11 at 3:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely game-day decision
Tagovailoa (finger) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against Baltimore, Adam H. Beasley of Pro Football Network reports.
Analysis: Beasley suggests the Dolphins will make a game-day decision on their starting QB again, after tabbing Jacoby Brissett as the starter and Tagovailoa as the backup in the hours before Sunday's 17-9 win over the Texans. Head coach Brian Flores said Tagovailoa wouldn't have been healthy enough to start if the Dolphins had to play their Week 10 contest against the Ravens on Tuesday, but the team is holding out hope that its young quarterback might be ready a couple days later for the Thursday…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 10 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as limited on report
Tagovailoa (finger) was listed as a limited participant on Tuesday's estimated practice report, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Miami also listed Tagovailoa as a limited participant in each of their three practices last week as he dealt with a fractured left middle finger and a rib issue before he was ultimately active for Sunday's win over the Texans, but only available as an emergency backup. A similar fate could await Tagovailoa in Week 10, as the Dolphins face a quick turnaround before a Thursday night matchup against Baltimore. The Dolphins' decision to list Tagovailoa as limited on both practice reports so far of…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 9 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Will back up if he can't start
Tagovailoa (finger) will serve as the Dolphins' emergency backup quarterback Thursday against the Ravens if he's unable to start the game, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Similar to this past weekend's game against the Texans, Tagovailoa would be on hand as a backup if he doesn't make enough progress in the next couple of days to give it a go. Jacoby Brissett was serviceable in a spot start last week and would be in line to face Baltimore if Tagovailoa isn't cleared.
Published: Tue, Nov 9 at 10:13am by Rotowire.com
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Limited at walkthrough
Tagovailoa (left finger) is listed as limited on the Dolphins' practice estimate Monday, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: The fact that Tagovailoa only has one injury next to his name versus the two he dealt with last week indicates he finally may be past the fractured ribs that sidelined him Weeks 3 through 5. He was unable to play Week 9 against the Texans due to a small fracture in the middle finger on his left hand though, despite being active on the gameday roster. The Dolphins held a walkthrough Monday, during which Tagovailoa was expected to resume throwing. Considering he wasn't a non-participant, he may…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 8 at 4:16pm by Rotowire.com
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To resume throwing Monday
Tagovailoa (finger/ribs) has not yet resumed throwing but is expected to do so Monday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Tagovailoa was active for Sunday's game against the Texans but only in an emergency capacity, and he did not take the field. The second-year signal-caller is considered day-to-day in advance of Thursday's game against the Ravens, so it will be encouraging if he's indeed able to resume throwing. However, Jacoby Brissett remains ready if Tagovailoa isn't able to make enough progress to play Week 10.
Published: Mon, Nov 8 at 9:13am by Rotowire.com
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Day-to-day in advance of TNF
Tagovailoa (left finger/ribs) is viewed as day-to-day by coach Brian Flores as Thursday night's game against the Ravens approaches, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Flores adds that Tagovailoa wanted to play Sunday, but the QB was too limited by his finger injury to start, leaving him to back up Jacoby Brissett in the Dolphins' 17-9 win over the Texans. In any case, while Tagovailoa hasn't been ruled out for Thursday's contest, he may be hard-pressed to bounce back in time for it, given the quick turnaround involved.
Published: Sun, Nov 7 at 1:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Active, but unlikely to play
Tagovailoa (finger/rib) is active for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, but he's not expected to start and will instead likely be available as an emergency backup, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Tagovailoa was listed as questionable heading into the weekend with left middle finger and rib injuries, but the former issue was always viewed as the greater concern with regard to his status. Evidently, the small fracture of his finger didn't heal enough to allow Tagovailoa to start Week 9, so the Dolphins will turn the offense over to Jacoby Brissett. Since Miami didn't add another quarterback to its roster ahead of Saturday's deadline for Week 9 roster moves, Tagovailoa will dress for the…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 7 at 8:37am by Rotowire.com
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Not expected to start Sunday
Tagovailoa (finger), who is questionable for Sunday's game against the Texans, isn't expected to start, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: According to Schefter, Tagovailoa is tending to a small fracture in the middle finger of his throwing hand, which is expected to lead to Jacoby Brissett starting Sunday's contest. Per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, Tagovailoa is now in line to work as Brissett's backup, but the Dolphins would presumably prefer to stay away from the second-year signal-caller outside of an emergency.
Published: Sun, Nov 7 at 8:00am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable against Houston
Tagovailoa (finger/ribs) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Texans, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Tagovailoa has some swelling on a finger on his (left) throwing hand, but the team ultimately expects him to play through it. The finger is the bigger concern for Tua at this point compared to the fractured ribs that led to a stint on injured reserve earlier in the season. If Tagovailoa plays, he'll be without one of his top usual targets in DeVante Parker, who has been placed on IR as he recovers from shoulder and hamstring injuries.
Published: Fri, Nov 5 at 1:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Should play Sunday
Coach Brian Flores said Friday that Tagovailoa (ribs) is dealing with some swelling in a finger his left (throwing) hand. but the coach is optimistic the signal-caller will play Sunday versus the Texans, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Tagovailoa apparently suffered the finger injury on his throwing hand during last week's loss to the Bills, but it isn't expected to affect his availability for Week 9. The 23-year-old was able to practice as a limited participant Wednesday and Thursday as he also continues to recover from the fractured ribs that sidelined him from Weeks 3 through 5. Tagovailoa may receive the questionable tag for Sunday, though he appears on track to play barring a setback.
Published: Fri, Nov 5 at 8:22am by Rotowire.com
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Limited at practice Thursday
Tagovailoa (ribs/finger) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Though Tagovailoa's practice reps were capped for the second straight day as the Dolphins prepare for Sunday's game against the Texans, head coach Brian Flores hasn't suggested that the quarterback's status for the weekend is in any peril. While Tagovailoa's Week 6 return from a three-game absence due to fractured ribs hasn't translated to any wins, he's been productive from a fantasy standpoint while the Dolphins have been forced to play from behind. In his three starts following his…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 4 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited at first Week 9 practice
Tagovailoa was listed as a limited participant at Wednesday's practice due to rib and left finger injuries, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: The finger issue is a new concern for Tagovailoa, who previously was sidelined from Weeks 3 through 5 with fractured ribs before suiting up and starting in each of the Dolphins' subsequent three contests. The fact that Tagovailoa wasn't withheld from Wednesday's practice entirely suggests that he faces minimal risk of not being ready to go by Sunday, when the Dolphins host the Texans. The two teams had been in touch in recent weeks about a potential deal that would send star quarterback Deshaun…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 3 at 2:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Lackluster showing in loss
Tagovailoa completed 21 of 39 passes for 205 yards with no touchdowns and one interception in the Dolphins' 26-11 loss to the Bills on Sunday. He also rushed four times for 10 yards and a touchdown, threw a two-point conversion pass and fumbled once without turning it over.
Analysis: Tagovailoa's numbers through the air tell the tale of a typical encounter with the Bills' suffocating secondary, which leads the league in multiple pass defense metrics. The second-year signal-caller did take advantage of the return of current top wideout DeVante Parker by targeting him on 11 occasions and completing eight passes for 85 yards on those attempts. Tagovailoa also helped prop up his final line with his one-yard scoring run in the fourth quarter and his subsequent two-point…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 31 at 1:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Starter moving forward
Coach David Flores said Friday that Tagovailoa will remain Miami's starting quarterback for the rest of the 2021 season, David Furones of the Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Flores' endorsement of Tagovailoa should quell some of the rumors regarding Miami's pursuit of Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson, though the Dolphins could certainly revisit the Watson talks with the Texans in the offseason if Tua struggles moving forward or gets hurt again. Tagovailoa has quietly thrown for an impressive 620 yards and six touchdowns in the last two games, but he was also intercepted three times in that stretch and the Dolphins lost both contests to fall to 1-6.
Published: Fri, Oct 29 at 10:31am by Rotowire.com
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Fantasy-friendly effort in loss
Tagovailoa completed 32 of 40 passes for 291 yards with four touchdowns and two interceptions in the Dolphins' 30-28 loss to the Falcons on Sunday. He also rushed four times for 29 yards.
Analysis: With Deshaun Watson-related trade rumors swirling around him, Tagovailoa put on a brilliant second-half performance that was nearly good enough for Miami to pull out a thrilling comeback win. The Dolphins defense ultimately let him down, but Tagovailoa also had to shoulder some blame after short-circuiting a first-half drive in Falcons territory with his first interception and throwing his second pick at the Atlanta 30-yard line as well early in the fourth quarter. Nevertheless, his four…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 24 at 1:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared for Sunday's game
Tagovailoa (ribs) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Falcons, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Tagovailoa never advanced beyond limited participation in practice Wednesday through Friday, but the Dolphins are evidently confident in his health coming out of last week's loss to the Jaguars in London. Making his first appearance since Week 2 in that contest after sitting out the previous three games due to fractured ribs, Tagovailoa completed 33 of 47 attempts for 329 yards, two touchdowns and an interception while carrying three times for 22 yards. Rather than any concern about his ribs…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 22 at 12:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited at practice
Tagovailoa (ribs) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: After he was listed as limited for Wednesday's walk-through session, Tagovailoa maintained that level of activity while the Dolphins held a more traditional practice Thursday. At this stage, the team hasn't suggested that Tagovailoa has experienced any setbacks in his return from a three-game absence last weekend, so he's still expected to suit up Sunday against the Falcons. Though his name has popped up in trade rumors of late amid the Dolphins' five-game losing streak, Tagovailoa appears in…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 21 at 1:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as limited on report
The Dolphins listed Tagovailoa (ribs) as a limited participant on Wednesday's estimated practice report, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Per Oyefusi, Tagovailoa previously acknowledged that his ribs were sore following his return from injured reserve in the Week 6 loss to Jacksonville, but the Dolphins haven't suggested he's in danger of missing Sunday's game against the Falcons. Meanwhile, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston suggests that the Dolphins are holding trade discussions with the Texans regarding a potential quarterback swap of Tagovailoa and Deshaun Watson, but until or unless such a deal happens, Tagovailoa…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 20 at 1:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Two touchdowns in return
Tagovailoa completed 33 of 47 pass attempts for 329 yards with two touchdowns and one interception in Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Jaguars. He added one rush for seven yards.
Analysis: Tagovailoa returned from a three-game absence and had the Dolphins' offense moving early in the game. He tallied 76 passing yards on the team's opening drive, which concluded with a six-yard touchdown pass to Jaylen Waddle. He led the team to a field goal on the subsequent possession, thanks to a few long completions to Mike Gesicki and Durham Smythe. Though the production slowed a bit from there, Tagovailoa managed the third 300-yard passing performance of his career.
Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 1:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Active, starting Week 6
Tagovailoa (ribs) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Jaguars in London and is expected to serve as the Dolphins' starting quarterback.
Analysis: Tagovailoa, who was activated off injured reserve Saturday, returns to the lineup after missing the Dolphins' past three games due to a rib injury that he suffered in Week 2. With Will Fuller (finger) still on IR, DeVante Parker (shoulder/hamstring) and Preston Williams (groin) also out, in his return to action Tagovailoa will be working with a shorthanded wideout corps headed by Jaylen Waddle, with Albert Wilson, Mack Hollins, Isaiah Ford and Kirk Merritt also in the mix. On the plus side, the…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 5:13am by Rotowire.com
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Ready to go
Tagovailoa (ribs) is expected to play Sunday against the Jaguars, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Schefter's reporting lines up with reports from earlier in the day, which indicated that Tagovailoa was set to start. He's been trending that way throughout the week after being cleared to practice Tuesday. He'll be appearing for the first time since Week 2 after recovering from fractured ribs.
Published: Sat, Oct 16 at 8:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Activated off injured reserve
Tagovailoa (ribs) was activated off injured reserve Saturday and will start Sunday against the Jaguars, John Shipley of SI.com reports.
Analysis: This confirms the optimism both Tagovailoa and coach Brian Flores expressed throughout the week. The 23-year-old is thus set to make his return after the three-week minimum stay on injured reserve. While the team did list him as questionable on the injury report post activation with a ribs injury, he's still expected to start, according to Doug Kyed of Pro Football Focus. He'll aim to turn around what has been a stagnant offense under backup Jacoby Brissett, though the second-year signal caller…read more
Published: Sat, Oct 16 at 8:10am by Rotowire.com
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Still expected back Sunday
Coach Brian Flores said Tagovailoa (ribs) is likely to start Sunday at Jacksonville if he can avoid any setbacks during Friday's practice, Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports.
Analysis: This update echoes what Flores said earlier this week when Tagovailoa was designated to return from injured reserve, so it appears the young quarterback avoided any issues at practice over the past couple days. It appears the 23-year-old will end up spending only the three-week minimum on injured reserve after he sustained fractured ribs Week 2 against the Bills.
Published: Fri, Oct 15 at 7:17am by Rotowire.com
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Expected to face Jaguars
Tagovailoa (ribs) is expected to suit up for Sunday's game against the Jaguars in London, barring any setbacks in practice over the next few days Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Tagovailoa returned to practice Wednesday, and though he still has yet to be fully activated from injured reserve, the Dolphins are preparing to bring him back after he missed three games due to fractured ribs. Still, the Dolphins will continue to monitor Tagovailoa -- and his ability to tolerate pain while practicing -- before making a final decision. If he suits up in London, Tagovailoa could be without a couple of his key targets. Will Fuller (finger) will need to remain on IR for at least…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 13 at 12:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Making progress
Coach Brian Flores said Wednesday that Tagovailoa (ribs) will practice Wednesday and will "hopefully" play Sunday versus the Jaguars in London, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Tagovailoa has yet to be returned to the 53-man roster, but he looks to be trending in the right direction to come off IR and start Week 6. Of course, the Dolphins will likely wait and see how the young quarterback looks in practices throughout the week before making a decision on his status. With DeVante Parker (shoulder) still absent from practice and Will Fuller (finger) sidelined, Tagovailoa could be without a number of key playmakers if he's indeed ready to play this weekend. On the plus…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 13 at 8:43am by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to practice
The Dolphins designated Tagovailoa (ribs) to return from injured reserve Tuesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The transaction gives the Dolphins a 21-day window during which the team can evaluate Tagovailoa for a return to the 53-man roster, but he likely won't need the full length of time before being activated. Per Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com, head coach Brian Flores said that Tagovailoa was able to do some throwing Monday, and the quarterback now appears set to take part in the Dolphins' first Week 6 practice Wednesday in at least some capacity. If Tagovailoa checks out well during practices…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 12 at 1:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Throws again Monday
Coach Brian Flores is hopeful that Tagovailoa (ribs) will return to practice this week after he threw again Monday, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: The Dolphins are hopeful that Tagovailoa will be back on the field as early as Week 6 against the Jaguars. The 2020 first-rounder resumed throwing early last week, and the team likely will have a better idea of his status based on his participation in practice ahead of Sunday's game in London.
Published: Mon, Oct 11 at 11:10am by Rotowire.com
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Could return Week 6
Tagovailoa (ribs) could be ready to retake the field as early as Week 6 against the Jaguars, Hal Habib of the Palm Beach Post reports.
Analysis: Tagovailoa is eligible to resume practicing this week in preparation for taking on Jacksonville, as long as the Dolphins believe he's progressed enough in his recovery from fractured ribs. As of yet, the second-year signal caller remains on IR. Miami has lost three straight games with Jacoby Brissett under center, so the team no doubt is eager to get Tagovailoa back in action and under evaluation. However, Tagovailoa could slot back in to a nebulous situation, as DeVante Parker (shoulder)…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 11 at 9:01am by Rotowire.com
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Resumes throwing
Coach Brian Flores revealed Monday that Tagovailoa (ribs) has resumed throwing, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: The 2020 first-rounder will remain on injured reserve for Sunday's Week 5 matchup against the Buccaneers, but Flores said the quarterback is "getting better every day." Jacoby Brissett is slated to start under center against Tampa Bay on Sunday, but the Dolphins remain optimistic that Tagovailoa will be back for the team's Week 6 contest against the Jaguars in London on Oct. 17.
Published: Mon, Oct 4 at 11:36am by Rotowire.com
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Eyeing Week 6 return
Tagovailoa (ribs) is expected to return from injured reserve ahead of the Dolphins' Week 6 game Oct. 17 against the Jaguars in London, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Miami moved Tagovailoa to IR shortly after he was diagnosed with fractured ribs following the team's Week 2 loss to the Bills, and the second-year quarterback looks like he's on pace to rejoin the 53-man roster when first eligible. According to report, Tagovailoa's three-week absence is expected to provide sufficient time to allow his ribs to heal and enable his to resume throwing without discomfort, but the Dolphins will presumably still want to see how he looks in Week 6 practices before…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 5:25am by Rotowire.com
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Lands on IR
Tagovailoa (ribs) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: This designation is a bit surprising considering coach Brian Flores suggested earlier this week the second-year quarterback was "day-to-day" after suffering broken ribs in the Week 2 blowout loss to the Bills. In any case, Tagovailoa will miss at least the next three games after landing on injured reserve. Jacoby Brissett is slated to start Sunday's contest against the Raiders, but given the severity of Tagovailoa's injury, it's possible the Dolphins could look to a number of options outside…read more
Published: Sat, Sep 25 at 12:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Sidelined by fractured ribs
Dolphins head coach Brian Flores confirmed Wednesday that Tagovailoa is dealing with fractured ribs and will be out for Sunday's game against the Raiders, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: As a result, Jacoby Brissett is slated to start at quarterback this weekend, at a minimum, while Reid Sinnett is in line to be promoted to Miami's active roster from the team's practice squad. Beyond Week 3, Tagovailoa should be considered week-to-week, making it far from a safe bet that he'll be able to play in the Dolphins' Oct. 3 contest against the Colts.
Published: Wed, Sep 22 at 8:28am by Rotowire.com
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Labeled day-to-day
Coach Brian Flores described Tagovailoa (ribs) as "day-to-day" Monday, adding that the team is still running tests on the quarterback's rib injury, Joe Schad of the Palm Beach Post reports.
Analysis: Flores also said that Tagovailoa still is in pain from the injury, which knocked him out of Sunday's 35-0 loss to the Bills. The day-to-day label suggests Tagovailoa likely isn't in danger of missing substantial time due to this injury, though his status for the Dolphins' Week 3 trip to Vegas remains up in the air. If Tagovailoa can't go this Sunday, Jacoby Brissett -- who failed to lead the offense to any points in more than three quarters of action against Buffalo -- would start under center,…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 20 at 11:08am by Rotowire.com
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Bruised ribs diagnosis confirmed
Tagovailoa (ribs) underwent further testing Monday but X-rays on his ribs were once again negative, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Tagovailoa was forced out of Sunday's 35-0 blowout loss to the Bills early in the first quarter and given an initial diagnosis of bruised ribs, and further medical testing hasn't revealed a more major injury. That means pain management will be the key factor in determining Tagovailoa's availability for Week 3 against the Raiders, so the Dolphins may not make any decision until seeing how well the second-year quarterback holds up in practice. Jacoby Brissett failed to move Miami's offense at all…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 20 at 8:17am by Rotowire.com
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Week 3 status TBD
Coach Brian Flores indicated that he's hopeful Tagovailoa can play next Sunday against the Raiders, according to Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network, but more should be know about the QB's Week 3 status after he undergoes tests on his injured ribs.
Analysis: Flores acknowledged that if Tagovailoa can't go next week, the team would need to make a roster move, given that Jacoby Brissett is the other QB on the team's active roster. Reid Sinnett is currently on Miami's practice squad.
Published: Sun, Sep 19 at 2:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Bruises ribs Sunday
Tagovailoa suffered bruised ribs during Sunday's game against the Bills, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network.
Analysis: Per the report, X-rays on Tagovailoa's ribs came back negative, but the QB is dealing with some pain and is slated to undergo an MRI on Monday. In his absence, Jacoby Brissett is handling the Dolphins' QB duties. If Tagovailoa's Week 3 status is impacted by Sunday's injury, Reid Sinnett is a candidate to be promoted from Miami's practice squad.
Published: Sun, Sep 19 at 11:31am by Rotowire.com
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Suffers rib injury
Tagovailoa was forced out of Sunday's game against the Bills with a rib injury.
Analysis: With Tagovailoa now sidelined, Jacoby Brissett has taken over at QB for the Dolphins. Prior to his exit, Tagovailoa was 1-for-4 for 13 yards.
Published: Sun, Sep 19 at 10:45am by Rotowire.com
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Gets carted off field Sunday
Tagovailoa (undisclosed) was carted to the locker room during Sunday's game versus the Bills, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: On the Dolphins' second possession of the contest, Tagovailoa took a hard hit while attempting a pass on fourth down, per Wolfe. Tagovailoa made an attempt to get to the sideline but didn't make it before a cart was called to the field. As long as Tagovailoa is sidelined, Jacoby Brissett will be under center for Miami.
Published: Sun, Sep 19 at 10:23am by Rotowire.com
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Guides Miami to win
Tagovailoa completed 16 of his 27 pass attempts for 202 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Sunday's Week 1 victory over New England. He added four rushes for one yard and a touchdown.
Analysis: Tagovailoa's stat line isn't all that impressive on the surface, though his ability to connect for big plays with his receivers was encouraging. For example, he completed passes of 30 or more yards to both Jaylen Waddle and DeVante Parker. Tagovailoa also effectively guided the Miami offense near the goal line, converting one attempt on his own with his legs and also tossing a short touchdown pass to Waddle. Moving forward, Tagovailoa's ability to push the ball down the field should only be…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 12 at 8:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play in preseason finale
Tagovailoa won't play in Sunday's preseason game against Houston, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Coach Brian Flores said the team will rest most of its starters, including the second-year quarterback. Tagovailoa completed 24 of 34 passes for 282 yards (8.3 YPA) this preseason, tossing one TD and one INT in two games. He'll soon start preparing for Week 1 against New England, backed by a revamped supporting cast that now includes fleet-flooted wideouts Jaylen Waddle and Will Fuller, though the latter is suspended for the season opener.
Published: Thu, Aug 26 at 9:09am by Rotowire.com
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Razor sharp in preseason win
Tagovailoa completed 16 of 23 passes for 183 yards with one touchdown and no interceptions in the Dolphins' 37-17 preseason win over the Falcons on Saturday night. He also rushed once for eight yards.
Analysis: The second-year signal-caller followed up a solid preseason Week 1 performance against the Bears with an even better effort Saturday night. Tagovailoa led the Dolphins on a trio of 11-play drives in the first half, two which culminated in touchdowns. One of those scores emanated from his arm, as the Alabama product connected with Myles Gaskin on an eight-yard touchdown pass early in the second quarter. Tagovailoa had a shot at leading the Dolphins to points on his two other possessions as well,…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 21 at 7:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Plays well until red-zone INT
Tagovailoa completed eight of 11 passes for 99 yards, with no touchdowns and an interception in Friday's preseason game against Chicago.
Analysis: The second-year pro played well until the final play of his third drive, throwing an ugly interception into double coverage in the Chicago end zone on a 1st-and-10. It was Tagovailoa's final snap of the night, and he finished with only three points on three drives despite making some big plays to convert third downs (including a 50-yard catch-and-run for TE Mike Gesicki). The Dolphins could have a better group of pass catchers available for their second exhibition Aug. 21 against Atlanta after…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 14 at 11:41am by Rotowire.com
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Looking sharp on deep throws
Tagovailoa has shown improvement with his downfield passing through the first week of training camp, but he still looks indecisive against blitzes, according to David Furones of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel.
Analysis: The lack of a downfield passing game was Miami's biggest weakness last season, particularly when Tagovailoa was under center. Out of 35 qualified quarterbacks, he placed 31st in yards per completion (9.8) and 25th in average depth of target (7.8), struggling to find big plays while directing an undermanned Dolphins offense (he also finished 22nd in sack rate - 6.5 percent). Tagovailoa will have more help for his second NFL season, particularly in the downfield passing game with WRs Will Fuller…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 5 at 12:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Reunites with Alabama speedster
Tagovailoa boasts immediate chemistry with former Alabama teammate Jaylen Waddle, whom the Dolphins selected sixth overall in the 2021 NFL Draft, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN reports.
Analysis: As a rookie, Tagovailoa struggled to make the most of a receiving corps compromised of contested-catch specialists who don't provide much separation, and it's clear that Miami's priority this offseason has been to surround him with more explosive playmakers. By making Waddle the second wideout selected in April's draft, the Dolphins are allowing Tagovailoa the benefit of linking up with a playmaker whose skillset he's already familiar with, and who should be able to start out of the slot…read more
Published: Fri, Apr 30 at 12:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready for Year 2 leap?
Coach Brian Flores expects Tagovailoa to make a big jump in his second NFL season, Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Flores was arguably side-stepping a question about Tagovailoa's status as the starting quarterback for 2021. It would be unusual to move on from a No. 5 overall pick after nine NFL starts, but that hasn't slowed down trade rumors involving Tagovailoa and Texans QB Deshaun Watson. Even if nothing materializes on that front, Miami might consider a QB with the No. 3 overall pick. Flores also mentioned that he'd like to retain Ryan Fitzpatrick, though the 38-year-old seemingly intends to sign…read more
Published: Thu, Mar 11 at 9:32am by Rotowire.com
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Confirmed as 2021 starter
The Dolphins remain committed to Tagovailoa as the team's starting QB for the 2021 season, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Of course, that's hardly surprising given that the team selected Tagovailoa with the No. 5 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. Per Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com, the team has yet to determine whether veteran QB Ryan Fitzpatrick might be back with the team next year, but in any case, the franchise -- which holds the No. 3 and No. 18 overall picks in the first round of the 2021 draft -- will continue build around Tagovailoa in advance of next season. As a rookie, the Alabama product completed 186 of…read more
Published: Tue, Jan 5 at 12:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Piles up yardage in blowout loss
Tagovailoa completed 35 of 58 passes for 361 yards, one touchdown and three interceptions in Sunday's 56-26 loss to the Bills. He also rushed six times for 28 yards in the season finale.
Analysis: Tagovailoa was benched for Ryan Fitzpatrick last week but got the call under center with a postseason berth on the line after Fitzpatrick tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday. While his final stat line looks respectable, much of Tua's yardage, as well as his 25-yard touchdown pass to Malcolm Perry, came after the game was well out of hand due to a combination of effective Buffalo offense and mistakes from Tagovailoa. Fitzpatrick's status for the opening round of the postseason is in doubt,…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Loses top backup
Tagovailoa will be backed up by Jake Rudock against Buffalo on Sunday, with Ryan Fitzpatrick having tested positive for COVID-19, Joe Schad of the Palm Beach Post reports.
Analysis: Tagovailoa has been replaced by Fitzpatrick with the Dolphins trailing twice this season, most recently during last weekend's narrow win over the Raiders. With Fitzpatrick now destined for the reserve/COVID-19 list, though, the rookie signal-caller won't get the benefit of a relief option should he struggle against Buffalo. The Dolphins would guarantee a playoff berth with a win over the Bills, so pressure may be mounting for Tagovailoa to take convincing command of the offense.
Published: Thu, Dec 31 at 11:01am by Rotowire.com
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Named Week 17 starter
Coach Brian Flores said after Saturday's win over the Raiders that Tagovailoa will start Week 17 against the Bills, Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: The rookie completed 17 of 22 pass attempts for 94 yards before being benched in the fourth quarter Saturday, but he'll remain the starter for the final game of the regular season despite Ryan Fitzpatrick delivering an incredible victory for the Dolphins. Flores didn't hesitate in naming Tagovailoa the starter for Week 17, but he could have a shorter leash for his young quarterback with Miami attempting to secure its place in the playoffs.
Published: Sat, Dec 26 at 9:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Benched in fourth quarter
Tagovailoa was benched for Ryan Fitzpatrick in the fourth quarter of Saturday night's 26-25 win over the Raiders.
Analysis: Accuracy wasn't Tagovailoa's problem during Saturday's narrow win, as he completed 17 of 22 pass attempts, but his shallow depth of target led to inefficient completions. Tagovailoa had just 94 passing yards and a score when Fitzpatrick relieved him midway through the fourth quarter, leaving him with a miserable 4.3 yards per attempt. The Dolphins previously pulled Tagovailoa for Fitzpatrick against the Broncos back in Week 11, but considering that the rookie had averaged 306 passing yards in…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 26 at 8:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Wills Dolphins to crucial victory
Tagovailoa completed 20 of 26 pass attempts for 145 yards and one interception during Sunday's 22-12 win over the Patriots. He also ran for two scores while carrying the ball three times for nine yards.
Analysis: Tagovailoa overcame a deeply depleted receiving corps to earn a divisional victory over the Patriots, knocking New England out of the playoffs for the first time since the 2008 season while keeping Miami's postseason hopes alive. All of DeVante Parker (hamstring), Mike Gesicki (shoulder) and Jakeem Grant (hamstring) were ruled out for Sunday's game just prior to kickoff, and Myles Gaskin (illness) is on the reserve/COVID-19 list, forcing Tagovailoa to work with backups at every skill position.…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 1:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Comeback bid comes up short vs. KC
Tagovailoa completed 28 of 48 passes for 316 yards, two touchdowns and an interception in Sunday's 33-27 loss to the Chiefs. He added 24 yards and a touchdown on six rushing attempts.
Analysis: Tagovailoa tossed a seven-yard touchdown to Mike Gesicki in the first quarter but also threw his first career interception on a deep ball late in the first half to take a 14-10 deficit into the locker room. Tua added a second touchdown to Gesicki from 29 yards out before the tight end left with a shoulder injury, then scored his first career rushing touchdown from one yard out to make it a six-point game in the final minutes. The rookie fifth overall pick is 4-2 as Miami's starter heading into…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 2:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready to face Chiefs
Tagovailoa (left thumb) does not carry an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.
Analysis: Tagovailoa's status for Week 14 never seemed to be in real danger, and by practicing in full Friday the rookie signal-caller has affirmed his readiness. The Chiefs presume to be one of the toughest matchups of Tagovailoa's young career, and even if Miami's standout secondary can limit Patrick Mahomes in some capacity, the Alabama product may find himself tasked to keep pace in a shootout.
Published: Fri, Dec 11 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited again Thursday
Tagovailoa (thumb) was limited in Thursday's practice, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Tagovailoa has regularly had his practice reps capped since injuring his throwing thumb, but there's currently no reason to fear that the rookie's Week 14 availability is in any danger. With a home matchup against the high-flying Chiefs offense on deck, it makes sense for the Dolphins to ensure that Tagovailoa is ready to for the possibility of handling large passing volume.
Published: Thu, Dec 10 at 11:26am by Rotowire.com
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Limited Wednesday
Tagovailoa (thumb) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: The Dolphins continue to manage Tagovailoa's reps due to an injury to his throwing thumb, but considering that the rookie quarterback started and played every snap in last weekend's win over the Bengals, there's not reason to worry about his Week 14 availability. He didn't look particularly hampered by the injury in the victory, as he managed a career-best 296 passing yards. Tagovailoa could have to air it out even more Sunday to keep pace with Patrick Mahomes and the 11-1 Chiefs.
Published: Wed, Dec 9 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Career-high yardage tally in return
Tagovailoa (thumb) completed 26 of 39 passes for 296 yards with a touchdown and no interceptions in the Dolphins' 19-7 win over the Bengals on Sunday. He also rushed three times for three yards.
Analysis: The rookie was masterful in his return from a one-game absence, refraining from any turnovers and avoiding being sacked while connecting with eight different pass catchers on the afternoon. Tagovailoa bestowed the most attention on tight end Mike Gesicki, who also brought in the signal-caller's one touchdown pass of the day in the third quarter. Tagovailoa did not appear to have any accuracy issues as a result of the thumb injury that sidelined him Week 12, and he now boasts a career-opening…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 1:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Starting assignment on tap
Tagovailoa (thumb), who is active for Sunday's game against the Bengals, was seen warming up with the Dolphins' first-team offense prior to the contest, while Ryan Fitzpatrick worked with the second team, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Miami likely won't formally announce a starting quarterback until minutes before the 1 p.m. ET kickoff, but Tagovailoa's involvement with the top unit in pregame drills is as sure of a sign as any that he'll be receiving the nod over Fitzpatrick, who filled in for the injured rookie in the Week 12 win over the Jets. Despite being listed as a limited participant in practices Wednesday through Friday, Tagovailoa reportedly handled most of the first-team reps each day, clearing up most of the…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 9:42am by Rotowire.com
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Active, likely starting Week 13
Tagovailoa (thumb) is active for Sunday's game against the Bengals.
Analysis: The Dolphins haven't formally announced that Tagovailoa will start in his return from a one-game absence, but he's expected to receive the nod over Ryan Fitzpatrick after handling most of the first-team work in practice this week, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Over his first three NFL starts before he suffered the left thumb injury, Tagovailoa was a modest performer from a fantasy standpoint, averaging 166.6 passing yards, 1.6 touchdowns and 11.3 rushing yards per contest.
Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 8:38am by Rotowire.com
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Expected to start Sunday
Tagovailoa (thumb), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bengals, is expected to start, barring any issues during pregame warmups, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The rookie quarterback injured the thumb on his throwing hand in practice back on Nov. 25 and sat out last weekend's win over the Jets, allowing Ryan Fitzpatrick to pick up a start. Per Rapoport, in anticipation of returning to the lineup, Tagovailoa took most of the Dolphins' first-team signal-caller reps at practice this week. While Tagovailoa's Week 13 active status will be confirmed prior to the first wave of games Sunday, the Dolphins may not formally announce a starting quarterback.
Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 4:19am by Rotowire.com
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Expected to be active
Tagovailoa (left thumb) is expected to be active Sunday against the Bengals, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Dolphins opted not to call up practice squad quarterback Reid Sinnett on Saturday which seems to suggest Tagovailoa will be available to play in some capacity against the Bengals. Reinforcing that notion is a cryptic social media post by an agent of Tagovailoa's, who in a since deleted tweet, mentioned he'd be traveling to the game to watch his client play. Fantasy managers should still confirm Tagovailoa's status ahead of Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff, but it appears the rookie could be…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 5 at 2:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially questionable for Week 13
Tagovailoa (left thumb) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
Analysis: Coach Brian Flores already has hinted that Tagovialoa's status could come down to a game-time call, per Cameron Wolfe of ESPN, noting that a final decision on the signal-caller's availability won't come until the coaching staff has had time to review practice film. The rookie has put together a trio of limited practices since missing last weekend's win over the Jets, but it remains to be seen whether the thumb injury on his throwing hand is still hindering his accuracy and/or velocity. If the…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 4 at 12:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Could be game-time call Week 13
Dolphins head coach Brian Flores hinted Thursday that Tagovailoa's (thumb) status for this weekend's matchup with the Bengals could come down to a game-time decision, Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald reports. "[Tagovailoa] was limited in practice [Wednesday]," Flores said. "We'll take it one day at a time. Both [Tagovailoa and Ryan Fitzpatrick] practiced. We'll see how he progresses throughout the week and make a decision on Sunday."
Analysis: Flores has maintained that Tagovailoa will remain the Dolphins' top quarterback if healthy, but the rookie is still hasn't completed recovered from the jammed thumb. During his limited workout Wednesday, Tagovailoa was still practicing with protective tape covering his left wrist and thumb, so he may need to prove he can throw accurately and with his usual velocity before the Dolphins clear him for game action. While Tagovailoa was sidelined for last week's win over the Jets, Fitzpatrick ran…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 3 at 8:10am by Rotowire.com
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Limited to start week
Tagovailoa (thumb) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Safid Deen of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: According to Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com, Tagovailoa said he felt good while wearing a wrap on his left thumb at practice, but he reiterated that a final decision on his Week 13 availability will come down to the coaching staff. Coach Brian Flores has already stated that Tagovailoa will start Sunday against the Bengals as long as he's healthy, but Ryan Fitzpatrick would be more than capable of commanding Miami's offense once more if the rookie isn't cleared to play.
Published: Wed, Dec 2 at 12:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Has chance to return Week 13
The Dolphins are optimistic Tagovailoa (thumb) will return Sunday against the Bengals, Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Tagovailoa was held out this past Sunday versus the Jets due to a left thumb injury, which included swelling and even weakness in the appendage. Afterward, coach Brian Flores noted Tagovailoa was "very close" to being able to suit up, but in the end the Dolphins opted for caution with the rookie signal-caller. Once he's medically cleared, Tagovailoa will take over the starting quarterback gig from Ryan Fitzpatrick.
Published: Tue, Dec 1 at 8:54am by Rotowire.com
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Uncertain for Week 13
Coach Brian Flores said Monday that he doesn't yet know whether Tagovailoa (thumb) will be ready for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Tagovailoa sat out last weekend's divisional victory over the still-winless Jets due to a thumb injury, and it sounds possible that his absence could extend another contest. If that's the case, veteran gunslinger Ryan Fitzpatrick will be called upon to make another appearance under center. The Dolphins will monitor Tagovailoa throughout practice this week en route to making a decision about his Week 13 availability.
Published: Mon, Nov 30 at 11:29am by Rotowire.com
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Officially inactive for Week 12
Tagovailoa (thumb) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Jets.
Analysis: After being listed as doubtful for the Week 12 contest Friday following three consecutive limited practices due to the left thumb injury, Tagovailoa never looked like a good bet to suit up Sunday. Perhaps more troubling for the rookie signal-caller is that he's continuing to experience weakness and swelling in the thumb on his throwing hand, an issue that the Dolphins fear could keep the rookie sidelined beyond Week 12, per Mike Garafolo of NFL Network. Ryan Fitzpatrick will start Sunday's game…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 8:57am by Rotowire.com
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May miss multiple games
Tagovailoa, who is listed as doubtful for Sunday's road game against the Jets, doesn't have a fracture in his left thumb, but he's experiencing swelling and weakness, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports. As a result, Tagovailoa may miss multiple contests.
Analysis: Tagovailoa injured his throwing hand during practice this week, limiting his reps and resulting in an initial questionable designation. Coach Brian Flores downplayed the situation most of the week, but the Dolphins proceeded to downgrade the rookie signal-caller Saturday. With Tagovailoa slated to sit Sunday and potentially beyond, Miami will roll out graybeard Ryan Fitzpatrick at quarterback.
Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 7:36am by Rotowire.com
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Downgraded to doubtful
Tagovailoa (left thumb) was downgraded to doubtful for Sunday's contest against the Jets, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: This seems to fall in line with what was reported earlier Saturday regarding Tagovailoa's status and it trending downward. While the Dolphins have not officially confirmed the first-round pick will be inactive, it's looking increasingly likely Ryan Fitzpatrick will make his first start since being benched back in Week 7. Ironically, the veteran's final start came against the Jets, the team he'd be in line to play Sunday, in which Fitzpatrick threw for 191 yards, three touchdowns and two…read more
Published: Sat, Nov 28 at 10:51am by Rotowire.com
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Status very much in question
Tagovailoa (left thumb) is "very much questionable" for Sunday's matchup against the Jets, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: There's been plenty of language over the last 24 hours suggesting the team would be more than comfortable letting its prized rookie quarterback take all the necessary time to heal his damaged thumb, but the Dolphins seem to be essentially hedging the situation by not changing Tagovailoa's questionable designation. At this point, Tagovailoa appears to be trending toward a true game-time decision, so fantasy managers will want to monitor his status leading up to the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff.
Published: Sat, Nov 28 at 8:09am by Rotowire.com
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Deemed questionable for Sunday
Tagovailoa (left thumb) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Coach Brian Flores relayed Thursday that he isn't "too worried about" Tagovailoa ahead of Sunday's AFC East clash. According to Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com, Flores will rewatch Tagovailoa's practice film to determine if the rookie is indeed able to play through the injury to his throwing hand. It appears Tagovailoa is trending in the right direction. Ryan Fitzpatrick is on standby in case Flores changes course.
Published: Fri, Nov 27 at 10:44am by Rotowire.com
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Logs another limited practice
Tagovailoa (left thumb) remained limited at practice Thursday, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: We'll revisit the QB's status Friday, but Safid Deen of the South Florida Sun Sentinel relays that coach Brian Flores isn't "too worried about" Tagovailoa as Sunday's game against the Jets approaches. A return to a full session Friday would solidify the signal-caller's Week 12 status heading into the weekend.
Published: Thu, Nov 26 at 11:02am by Rotowire.com
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Throwing thumb injury surfaces
Tagovailoa was limited in Wednesday's practice due to a left thumb injury, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: The injury is to Tagovailoa's throwing hand, a worrying development after the rookie first-round pick was benched last weekend in Denver after completing just 11 of 20 passes for 83 yards and a touchdown across three quarters. Ryan Fitzpatrick replaced Tagovailoa in the fourth quarter, and the veteran would stand to slot in under center Week 12 against the Jets if the young signal-caller's injury forces him to miss time. As long as Tagovailoa is able to continue practicing on at least a limited…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 25 at 2:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Benched in Denver
Tagovailoa completed 11 of 20 passes for 83 yards and a touchdown before being replaced by Ryan Fitzpatrick in the fourth quarter of Sunday's 20-13 loss to the Broncos.
Analysis: With the Dolphins down 20-10 and having trouble protecting their rookie quarterback, coach Brian Flores removed Tagovailoa from the game after he was sacked for the sixth time and got his foot pinned under Bradley Chubb as he went down. Per Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com, Flores said after the game that Tagovailoa wasn't injured, and he made the switch to give the team its best chance of winning. Tagovailoa will remain the starter going forward, and he should get an easier matchup in Week 12 on the…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 5:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Mistake-free again in Week 10 win
Tagovailoa completed 15 of 25 passes for 169 yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions in the Dolphins' 29-21 win over the Chargers on Sunday. He also netted minus-1 yard on six carries and recovered a fumble.
Analysis: The rookie put together another efficient and mistake-free performance, relying primarily on short passing and again benefiting from a stellar effort by his defense. Tagovailoa connected with Jakeem Grant and Durham Smythe for his pair of passing touchdowns, boosting him to a stellar 5:0 TD:INT over his first two starts. The Alabama product appears to be processing the portions of the playbook he's been allowed to operate very well thus far, and he'll likely be fed a bit more each week as he…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 4:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Efficient in win over Cardinals
Tagovailoa completed 20 of 28 pass attempts for 248 yards and two touchdowns while adding 35 yards on seven carries during Sunday's 34-31 win over the Cardinals.
Analysis: Tagovailoa completed an impressive 71 percent of his throws and averaged 8.9 yards per attempt. He completed touchdown passes to Preston Williams and Mack Hollins while also finishing just shy of the team lead in rushing. Tagovailoa was perhaps a bit overshadowed by Kyler Murray's gaudy numbers on the other side, but his own production jumped quite a bit after an underwhelming effort last week against the Rams. He's also led the team to a pair of victories since taking over under center and…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 8 at 5:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Modest numbers in starting debut
Tagovailoa completed 12 of 22 passes for 93 yards with one touchdown and no interceptions in the Dolphins' 28-17 win over the Rams on Sunday. He also netted zero yards on two rushes and lost a fumble.
Analysis: The heralded rookie didn't exactly light up the stat sheet in his first NFL start, but that was somewhat by design. Things didn't start off too well for the Alabama product, either, as he coughed up the ball on his second play from scrimmage, fumbling at his own 18-yard line on a sack by Aaron Donald. While that turnover led to a Rams touchdown, Tagovailoa settled down afterward, capping off a late first-quarter drive following a Miami interception with his first career touchdown pass to…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 2:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Named starting QB
The Dolphins have named Tagovailoa their starting quarterback moving forward, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: The fifth overall pick of the 2020 draft, Tagovailoa made his long-awaited pro debut at the end of Sunday's 24-0 victory over the Jets, completing both of his passes for nine yards. While his stint of 2:27 on the field wasn't extensive, it was enough for coach Brian Flores to make the move from graybeard Ryan Fitzpatrick to Tagovailoa, whose college career came to a close last Nov. 16 when he suffered a dislocated and fractured right hip. Miami currently is in the midst of its bye week, so…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 20 at 8:38am by Rotowire.com
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Leads final drive
Tagovailoa completed both of his pass attempts for nine yards during Sunday's 24-0 win over the Jets.
Analysis: The rookie No. 5 overall pick entered the game with 2:27 left on the clock in the fourth quarter, driving from Miami's own seven yard line. Tagovailoa wasn't tasked with doing anything more than running the clock out, so it's difficult to extrapolate much from his first professional action, but the rookie did manage to seamlessly pick up the necessary first down by virtue of completions to Patrick Laird and Jakeem Grant. It remains to be seen when Tagovailoa will officially transition into…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 18 at 5:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Not starting yet
Tagovailoa will remain a reserve for Sunday's game at San Francisco, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Coach Brian Flores seemed to hint that a QB change was possible when he wouldn't commit to Ryan Fitzpatrick as the starter for Week 5 on Monday. Just one day later, though, Fitzpatrick will continue to direct the offense, at least to begin Sunday's outing. On a positive note, the veteran's completed a career-best 69 percent of his passes, but Miami is sitting on a 1-3 record. Tagovailoa has been active for each of those games but has yet to experience his first NFL snap. Perhaps the 2020…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 6 at 8:22am by Rotowire.com
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Dolphins considering QB change
Coach Brian Flores wouldn't commit to Ryan Fitzpatrick as the starter for Week 5 on Monday, Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Flores noted that Fitzpatrick is likely to retain the starting gig in San Francisco, per Beasley, but that a final decision hasn't yet been made. The Dolphins have only one win through four contests, so Fitzpatrick could be nearing the end of his rope as a bridge starter. Fellow rookie first-round signal-callers Joe Burrow and Justin Herbert have already gotten the opportunity to thrive under center, and it looks like Tagovailoa could get the chance to join that group before long. However, per…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 5 at 11:25am by Rotowire.com
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Suits up Sunday
Tagovailoa (illness) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.
Analysis: With that, the No. 5 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft is slated to back up starter Ryan Fitzpatrick on Sunday. Tagovailoa sat out practice both Wednesday and Thursday, before returning to a limited session Friday.
Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 8:45am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable, expected to suit up
Tagovailoa (illness) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Safid Deen of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Tagovailoa has dealt with an undisclosed illness throughout practice this week, so his 'questionable' designation doesn't come as much of a surprise, but Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports that the rookie first-round pick is expected to go Sunday. Ryan Fitzpatrick is in line to start against Seattle, and if the Dolphins have any lingering doubts about Tagovailoa's availability the team could opt to promote Reid Sinnett from the practice squad.
Published: Fri, Oct 2 at 9:48am by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice Friday
Tagovailoa (illness) is at practice Friday, Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: The rookie first-round pick was unable to practice the past two days due to the illness, but he's back on the field Friday. It remains unclear if Tagovailoa will be ready to go for Sunday's matchup with the Seahawks, or if Reid Sinnett will need to be promoted from the practice squad to serve as Ryan Fitzpatrick's backup.
Published: Fri, Oct 2 at 8:29am by Rotowire.com
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In line for another absence
Tagovailoa remains unlikely to practice Thursday due to a non-COVID-19-related illness, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: With Tagovailoa presumably in line to miss back-to-back practice sessions, his status for the Week 5 matchup against Seattle could ultimately end up in jeopardy due to a lack of reps. Should that end up being the case, Reid Sinnett would be the next man up from the practice squad.
Published: Thu, Oct 1 at 7:02am by Rotowire.com
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Missing practice with illness
Dolphins head coach Brian Flores said Tagovailoa wouldn't practice Wednesday due to a non-COVID-19-related illness, Hal Habib of The Palm Beach Post reports.
Analysis: The Dolphins are hopeful that a day off will be all Tagovailoa needs to move past the ailment, but he'll likely have to return to practice in some fashion Thursday or Friday to gain clearance for Sunday's game against the Seahawks. If the rookie isn't ready to fill his normal No. 2 role behind starting quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick, Miami could promote Reid Sinnett from the practice squad to serve as its Week 4 backup.
Published: Wed, Sep 30 at 6:20am by Rotowire.com
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Remaining in backup role
Tagovailoa will remain Miami's No. 2 quarterback heading into Week 2's divisional matchup against the Bills, Hal Habib of The Palm Beach Post reports.
Analysis: The Dolphins didn't appear to consider putting Tagovailoa in the game during Sunday's season-opening loss to the Patriots, in which Ryan Fitzpatrick threw three picks and failed to move the offense, so it looks like the team is committed to allowing the rookie time to develop. However, if Fitzpatrick logs a similarly poor performance against Buffalo, Tagovailoa could begin building a case to enter the fray.
Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 1:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready for season opener
Tagovailoa (hip) practiced fully Friday and doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game at New England, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: A full participant all week in preparation for his first NFL game, Tagovailoa has recovered from the hip injury that brought an early end to his final campaign at Alabama last November. He'll enter the season as the backup to starting quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick, so it remains to be seen when Tagovailoa will take his first NFL snaps.
Published: Fri, Sep 11 at 11:13am by Rotowire.com
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Hip issue downplayed
Tagovailoa (hip) remains healthy despite his presence on Wednesday's injury report, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Jackson's report notes that any player receiving any type of treatment is expected to be listed on the injury report, but still confirms that "Tua is fine." Tagovailoa still practiced in full during Wednesday's session and is fully expected to serve as the backup to Ryan Fitzpatrick in Week 1's showdown at New England. This appears to be nothing out of the ordinary for a player 10 months removed from a relatively major hip injury.
Published: Thu, Sep 10 at 6:38am by Rotowire.com
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Listed on injury report
Tagovailoa (hip) is listed on Wednesday's injury report, though he was a full participant in practice, Hal Habib of The Palm Beach Post reports.
Analysis: Tagovailoa may still be working back to top form, as he's coming off serious hip injury that required surgery last November. Even so, the Dolphins' decision to begin the 2020 season with Tagovailoa and Ryan Fitzpatrick as the only quarterbacks on the active roster is an indication that the team believes the rookie is healthy enough to work as a backup in Sunday's season opener at New England. As he continues to put the hip injury further in the rear-view mirror and if the Dolphins fall out of…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 9 at 12:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Beginning career as backup
Tagovailoa is set to serve as Miami's No. 2 quarterback following the decision to cut Josh Rosen, Safid Deen of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Coach Brian Flores said earlier this week that Tagovailoa's health has been a factor in determining Miami's backup position, but he noted Saturday that "from a health standpoint" he feels good about the 22-year-old's readiness. The move to cut Rosen, who started three games for the Dolphins in 2019, reinforces that optimism, though Flores also left the door open about potentially adding another quarterback off waivers. Ryan Fitzpatrick will start Sept. 13's season opener against the Patriots,…read more
Published: Sat, Sep 5 at 10:33am by Rotowire.com
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Could be No. 3 QB
Coach Brian Flores said Tagovailoa's hip injury from last year will be a factor in the Dolphins' backup quarterback decision, Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports.
Analysis: This might be interpreted as a hint that Josh Rosen will open the season as the No. 2 quarterback, although Tagovailoa would be expected to usurp that role at some point. On the other hand, Flores did say the rookie has looked healthy throughout training camp, and it's highly likely the team will want to see him play in games at some point before the end of the season. Meanwhile, Ryan Fitzpatrick is expected to start Week 1 against the Patriots.
Published: Tue, Sep 1 at 6:19am by Rotowire.com
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Looking healthy in practice
Tagovailoa looked healthy Monday during the Dolphins' first padded practice of training camp, according to Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com.
Analysis: The report notes that Ryan Fitzpatrick remains the favorite to get the Week 1 start, but that's more about his experience and solid performance last season than anything to do with Tagovailoa's return from hip surgery. The No. 5 overall pick should see the field at some point this season, and his practice reps likely will be increased as the Dolphins progress through camp.
Published: Mon, Aug 17 at 1:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared for practice
Tagovailoa (hip) passed a physical exam Wednesday and will practice without limitations once the Dolphins begin training camp, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The No. 5 overall pick enjoyed a smooth rehab process after undergoing surgery to address the hip dislocation he suffered Nov. 16 during his junior season at Alabama. The spring rumor mill suggested Tagovailoa might essentially redshirt his rookie year with the Dolphins, but it now seems he'll see the field at some point in 2020. It's less clear exactly when that will happen, with the cancellation of offseason programs and preseason games making it difficult for the rookie to unseat Ryan…read more
Published: Wed, Jul 29 at 7:26am by Rotowire.com
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Working at team's facility
Tagovailoa (hip) began working out at the Dolphins' team facility Monday, Omar Kelly of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Now that the young quarterback is able to continue his injury recovery and training at Miami's facility, team doctors and trainers will be able to more accurately assess Tagovailoa's progress. According to his physical therapist, Kevin Wilk, Tagovailoa has been "doing miraculously well" in his rehab, to the point that he sometimes needs to be encouraged to slow things down. A timeline for when Dolphins players are able to take the field together remains unknown, but when that happens,…read more
Published: Wed, Jun 17 at 9:30am by Rotowire.com
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Signs rookie deal
Tagovailoa signed his rookie contract with the Dolphins on Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The No. 5 overall selection of the 2020 NFL Draft, Tagovailoa is now officially under contract in Miami for at least the next four years, with a fifth-year option built in. His deal is worth a guaranteed $30.3 million with a signing bonus of $19.6 million. The former Alabama star's outstanding accuracy and decision making, in addition to his tangible athleticism, will lend him difference-making upside under center when healthy. However, having undergone procedures on a dislocated hip and both…read more
Published: Mon, May 11 at 11:10am by Rotowire.com
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