Deep breaths, Dolphins fans\u2026 Tua Tagovailoa is expected back on the field this season. That\u2019s the word from Head Coach Mike McDaniel, who reassured everyone that Tagovailoa\u2019s injury won\u2019t sideline him for the remainder of the year. While the Dolphins navigate the coming weeks without their starting quarterback, fans can at least find solace knowing he\u2019s on track for a return.<\/p>\n
Now, before you start planning that victory parade, remember Tagovailoa is still on injured reserve. He\u2019s obligated to miss at least one more game, meaning he won\u2019t be suiting up for Week 7\u2019s matchup against the Colts.<\/p>\n
The earliest we could see him back under center is Week 8 against the Cardinals. Mark your calendars, folks, because that\u2019s when things could get interesting.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s no secret the Dolphins have put a lot of faith (and cash) into Tagovailoa. Drafted fifth overall out of Alabama in 2020, he signed a hefty rookie deal, and the Dolphins exercised his fifth-year option for a cool $23,171,000.<\/p>\n
But the real vote of confidence came this past offseason when the ink dried on a four-year contract extension worth up to a whopping $212 million, with a cool $167 million guaranteed. That\u2019s a serious commitment, folks, and it speaks volumes about what the Dolphins see in their quarterback.<\/p>\n
Sure, Tagovailoa\u2019s season stats before the injury \u2013 483 passing yards, two touchdowns, and three interceptions with a 64.5% completion rate over two games \u2013 might not scream MVP, but he\u2019s the undisputed leader of this team. And with a healthy Tagovailoa back at the helm, the Dolphins have as good a shot as any to make some noise in the playoffs. So, while we wait for his return, let\u2019s trust the process, keep the faith, and get ready for what promises to be an exciting second half of the season.<\/p>\n
We\u2019ll keep you updated on Tagovailoa\u2019s status as more information becomes available. Stay tuned, Dolphins faithful!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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