Tua Tagovailoa's NFL career is facing a pivotal moment after yet another troubling concussion during the recent game against the Buffalo Bills. The Dolphins' star quarterback exited in the third quarter following a significant hit to his head and did not return to the field. This incident adds to a growing list of concussions that Tagovailoa has endured throughout his career, prompting some fans and analysts to urge him to consider retirement.
This situation is especially challenging for Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins, who recently secured him with a hefty four-year, $212.4 million contract extension, solidifying his role as their franchise quarterback. With his future now uncertain, the team must navigate the upcoming games without their starting QB.
Tua Tagovailoa's NFL career is facing a pivotal moment after yet another troubling concussion during the recent game against the Buffalo Bills. The Dolphins' star quarterback exited in the third quarter following a significant hit to his head and did not return to the field. This incident adds to a growing list of concussions that Tagovailoa has endured throughout his career, prompting some fans and analysts to urge him to consider retirement.
This situation is especially challenging for Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins, who recently secured him with a hefty four-year, $212.4 million contract extension, solidifying his role as their franchise quarterback. With his future now uncertain, the team must navigate the upcoming games without their starting QB.
While Tagovailoa may not be ready to step away from football, he will certainly need time to recover. In his absence, Skylar Thompson moves up as the next option on the depth chart, but his inexperience -having only attempted 119 passes in his career- raises concerns about the team's performance.
Is Tom Brady considering a move to Miami?
Speculation is already swirling about potential replacements. Former Steelers quarterback Devlin "Duck" Hodges has thrown out the idea of Tom Brady stepping in. He confidently stated, "Tom Brady to the Miami Dolphins ... heard it here first." This bold claim has sparked conversations among fans and analysts alike.
Jermaine Wiggins, a former teammate of Brady, also chimed in, suggesting that the legendary quarterback could come out of retirement to join the Dolphins. He noted, "Let's just say he did, and he went to Miami. Team's in his backyard, doesn't have to travel." He emphasized the strength of Miami's offense, particularly highlighting Tyreek Hill as a key player.
Interestingly, this isn't the first time Brady has been associated with the Dolphins. The team faced penalties for "impermissible contact" with him back in 2022, and discussions about him potentially returning to the field for Miami have circulated as recently as 2023.
Brady himself has expressed his fondness for the Dolphins, saying, "I do have some friends on the Dolphins that I really like." He added, "So, I wouldn't say I necessarily root for them all the time, but I root for my friends to do well."
As the Dolphins grapple with Tagovailoa's uncertain future, the possibility of Brady stepping in adds an intriguing twist to the unfolding drama. All eyes will be on Tagovailoa's recovery and the decisions the Dolphins make in the coming weeks.
