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Source: Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa clears concussion protocol
Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has cleared the concussion protocol more than one month after entering it.
2/1/2023
6:45 PM
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Tua Tagovailoa still in protocol, to miss Pro Bowl Games, source says
Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa remains in the concussion protocol and will not participate in next week's Pro Bowl Games, a source told ESPN.
1/27/2023
6:45 PM
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Inside Mike McDaniel's first season as Miami Dolphins head coach
McDaniel had the Dolphins among the league's elite until Tua Tagovailoa's concussions changed the narrative of their roller-coaster season.
1/27/2023
12:00 PM
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Tua Tagovailoa to remain starting QB; Dolphins expect him to be ready
The Dolphins confirmed without hesitation that Tua Tagovailoa will remain the team's starting QB and that they expect him to be "100% ready to go" next season.
1/16/2023
11:45 PM
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Dolphins GM reaffirms Tua will be starting QB next season
Dolphins GM Chris Grier says there's no question whether Tua Tagovailoa will be the starting quarterback next season.
1/16/2023
11:45 PM
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Tua Tagovailoa to remain starting QB; Dolphins expect him to be ready for next season
The Dolphins confirmed without hesitation that Tua Tagovailoa will remain the team's starting QB and that they expect him to be "100% ready to go" next season.
1/16/2023
10:45 PM
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Sources: Tua Tagovailoa expected back as Dolphins' starter in 2023
Tua Tagovailoa is expected to return as the Dolphins' starting quarterback for the 2023 season, league sources told ESPN.
1/15/2023
10:00 AM
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Dolphins to start QB Skylar Thompson in wild-card game vs. Bills
The Miami Dolphins will start rookie quarterback Skylar Thompson in Sunday's wild card playoff game against the Buffalo Bills, the team announced on Friday.
1/13/2023
6:45 PM
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Dolphins officially rule out Tua Tagovailoa against Bills
Chris "Mad Dog" Russo and Stephen A. Smith react to the news that Tua Tagovailoa has been ruled out for Sunday's wild-card game against the Bills.
1/11/2023
5:45 PM
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McDaniel: Tua ruled out vs. Bills
Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel says Tua Tagovailoa has been ruled out and Skylar Thompson will start vs. the Bills on Sunday.
1/11/2023
5:45 PM
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Dolphins rule Tua Tagovailoa out, prep Skylar Thompson to start at QB
Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has not been cleared by doctors to return to the field from his concussion and has been ruled out for Sunday's wild-card playoff game against the Buffalo Bills.
1/11/2023
5:00 PM
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Why Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa now must face questions about concussions and his future
Miami's fortunes have risen and fallen on the back of its third-year quarterback, whose transformation once prompted chants of M-V-P but who also has been in the concussion protocol twice.
1/11/2023
12:45 PM
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Tua Tagovailoa's breakout season in Miami plagued by head trauma
In five months, Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa went from a bust to an MVP candidate all the while sustaining three concerning blows to the head, including two confirmed concussions.
1/11/2023
12:00 PM
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Stephen A.: Dolphins can't win without Tua
Stephen A. Smith, Mina Kimes, and Keyshawn Johnson explain why the Dolphins can't beat the Bills without Tua Tagovailoa.
1/10/2023
5:45 PM
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Mike McDaniel says Tua not cleared for football activities
Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel says Tua Tagovailoa's timeline to return is still unclear.
1/9/2023
11:45 PM
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Dolphins expect more clarity on Tagovailoa, Mostert later in week
The Dolphins hope to get further clarity on Tua Tagovailoa's status by Wednesday. Raheem Mostert, meanwhile, was scheduled for surgery on his broken thumb Monday and is status for the Bills wild-card game also is up in the air.
1/9/2023
10:45 PM
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Dolphins to start rookie QB Skylar Thompson vs. Jets
Dolphins rookie QB Sklyar Thompson will make his second start of the season in a must-win Week 18 game against the Jets.
1/6/2023
6:45 PM
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Fins prep for Skylar Thompson or Teddy Bridgewater in finale
Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel said he's preparing for either Skylar Thompson or Teddy Bridgewater to start the last regular-season game as Miami attempts to snap a five-year playoff drought.
1/2/2023
11:45 PM
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Tua Tagovailoa didn't show concussion symptoms, review says
Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa "neither exhibited nor reported" symptoms of a concussion in Sunday's loss, the NFL and NFLPA said in a joint statement following a review.
12/31/2022
5:45 PM
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Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa ruled out; Teddy Bridgewater to start
Veteran Teddy Bridgewater will start for the Dolphins against the Patriots on Sunday while Tua Tagovailoa remains in concussion protocol.
12/30/2022
6:45 PM
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Dolphins put trust in Teddy Bridgewater with chance to clinch playoff berth
With Tua Tagovailoa in concussion protocol, Bridgewater is getting the start vs. New England in key AFC matchup.
12/30/2022
11:45 AM
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Bart Scott: I have major concerns about Tua Tagovailoa
Bart Scott voices his concerns about Tua Tagovailoa's health and weighs in on his future in the NFL.
12/29/2022
2:00 PM
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McDaniel: Bridgewater in line to start with Tua's concussion
Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel is approaching Week 17 with Teddy Bridgewater as the starting quarterback with Tua Tagovailoa in the concussion protocol.
12/28/2022
5:45 PM
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Should the Dolphins sign Tua to a long-term deal?
Mike Tannenbaum breaks down whether the Dolphins should offer Tua Tagovailoa a contract extension given his injury history.
12/27/2022
2:45 PM
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What's next for Tua after entering concussion protocol again?
Robert Griffin III, Booger McFarland and Adam Schefter discuss the concerns for Tua Tagovailoa as he enters concussion protocol for second time this season.
12/26/2022
11:45 PM
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Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa back in concussion protocol
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is in the NFL's concussion protocol for the second time this season.
12/26/2022
10:45 PM
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Orlovsky: Tua's 4th quarter makes me nervous for his future in Miami
Dan Orlovsky and Ryan Clark discuss Tua Tagovailoa's fourth-quarter performance in the Dolphins' loss to the Packers.
12/26/2022
2:00 PM
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No 'moral victories,' but Dolphins encouraged despite loss to the Bills
Miami lost its third straight but still controls its playoff destiny and is taking solace in how it reversed form against Buffalo.
12/19/2022
11:45 AM
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Tua not concerned with playing in the cold: 'It's a mindset thing'
Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa explains how he is approaching playing in the cold against the Bills in Buffalo.
12/14/2022
10:00 PM
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Can Tua lead the Dolphins past the Bills in cold conditions?
Kimberley Martin and Domonique Foxworth discuss how challenging it will be for the Dolphins to perform as well in Orchard Park.
12/14/2022
2:45 PM
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Stephen A., Orlovsky call each other out during fierce Tua debate
Stephen A. Smith and Dan Orlovsky discuss whether Tua Tagovailoa is to blame for the Dolphins' struggles.
12/12/2022
4:45 PM
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Mike McDaniel expects Tua Tagovailoa, Dolphins to bounce back vs. Chargers
Tagovailoa struggled in a loss to the 49ers that snapped Miami's five-game win streak, but his coach doesn't expect problems to linger.l
12/8/2022
11:45 AM
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Stephen A., Orlovsky get heated over Tua's performance against the 49ers
Stephen A. Smith and Dan Orlovsky disagree on how Tua Tagovailoa performed in the Dolphins' loss to the 49ers.
12/5/2022
4:00 PM
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Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa downplays ankle injury after loss
Miami quarterback Tua Tagovailoa said he feels "as good as I can" after leaving Sunday's loss in San Francisco.
12/5/2022
2:45 AM
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Stephen A.: No question Mahomes is the MVP
Stephen A. Smith explains why Tua Tagovailoa isn't close to challenging Patrick Mahomes for NFL MVP.
11/28/2022
4:00 PM
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Is Tua a top-5 QB? Stephen A. and Herm go back and forth
Stephen A. Smith and Herm Edwards disagree about whether Tua Tagovailoa is a top-five quarterback right now.
11/15/2022
4:45 PM
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Why Stephen A. can't put Tua ahead of Mahomes for MVP
Stephen A. and Dan Orlovsky debate whether Tua Tagovailoa is a legit candidate for NFL MVP.
11/14/2022
4:45 PM
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Tua: 'We're not afraid to talk about Super Bowls here'
Tua Tagovailoa voices his belief in the Dolphins' ability to win a Super Bowl.
11/2/2022
9:45 PM
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Tua Tagovailoa: Dolphins 'not afraid to talk about Super Bowls'
Tua Taogvailoa said Wednesday the Dolphins aren't shying away from talking about Super Bowls or the playoffs.
11/2/2022
8:45 PM
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Dolphins go up late in 3rd on Tua's TD pass to Gesicki
Tua Tagovailoa throws an 11-yard touchdown pass to Mike Gesicki as the Dolphins take their first lead of the game.
10/30/2022
8:00 PM
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Answering the biggest questions as the Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa nears his return
It's been over three weeks since a concussion halted Tagovailoa's season, but he's set to play Sunday night against the Steelers. Here's what we know heading into his return.
10/21/2022
11:45 AM
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Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa says he lost consciousness after being hit
Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa said he lost consciousness after a hit that sent him to a local hospital on Sept. 29.
10/19/2022
8:00 PM
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McDaniel details what he's looking for in Tua's return
Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel shares what he wants to see when Tua Tagovailoa returns to the field against the Steelers.
10/19/2022
5:00 PM
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'Laser focused' Tua Tagovailoa impresses HC Mike McDaniel
Mike McDaniel has been impressed by Tua Tagovailoa's "laser" focus at practice despite the star quarterback missing the past two games because of a concussion.
10/19/2022
4:45 PM
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McDaniel: Tua preparing to start for Dolphins vs. Steelers
Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel details how Tua Tagovailoa is preparing ahead of the team's matchup vs. the Steelers.
10/17/2022
11:00 PM
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Tua Tagovailoa preparing as Dolphins' starter vs. Steelers
Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will prepare this week as the team's starter for Sunday night's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
10/17/2022
10:00 PM
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Dolphins lose Skylar Thompson to injury, then game to Vikings
Mike McDaniel refused to let another early exit by a QB -- on Sunday, it was Skylar Thompson -- be an excuse for his slumping Dolphins team.
10/17/2022
12:45 AM
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When is Tua Tagovailoa expected to return to the field?
Jeremy Fowler discusses Tua Tagovailoa clearing concussion protocol and why he is expected to return Week 7.
10/15/2022
4:00 PM
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Source: Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa out of concussion protocol
Tua Tagovailoa has cleared the concussion protocol, but the Dolphins quarterback will sit out this week before returning next week, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
10/15/2022
2:45 PM
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Dolphins QB Skylar Thompson not 'run-of-the-mill rookie,' prepares for first start
Thompson had a rough debut as an emergency fill-in, but Miami is hoping a week of first-team reps in practice will produce better results Sunday.
10/15/2022
10:45 AM
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McDaniel doesn't see scenario where Tua plays vs. Vikings
Mike McDaniel details Tua Tagovailoa returning to practice, but rules him out vs. the Vikings.
10/12/2022
4:45 PM
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Tua Tagovailoa ruled out again; Dolphins to start Skylar Thompson
Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will take a small step Wednesday toward returning to football but has been ruled out for a second straight week because of a concussion.
10/12/2022
3:45 PM
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Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel: Too early to name QB vs. Vikings
Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel said Monday there are too many variables to pinpoint whether or not rookie QB Skylar Thompson will start Sunday against the Vikings.
10/10/2022
11:59 PM
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Following review of the handling of Tua Tagovailoa's injury, NFL, NFLPA agree 'the outcome in this case is not what was intended'
The NFL and NFLPA released the results of a review regarding the handling of Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's case following an apparent head injury, saying "the outcome in this case is not what was intended when the protocols were drafted."
10/8/2022
10:00 PM
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Roger Goodell: Change or two coming to concussion protocol
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says the league is prepared "to make a change or two" to its concussion protocol.
10/8/2022
4:50 PM
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NFLPA agrees to concussion protocol changes, urges NFL to do the same
The NFL Players' Association has agreed to changes to the concussion protocol and is urging the NFL to do the same.
10/7/2022
10:45 PM
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Dolphins' Mike McDaniel not fretting criticism over Tua Tagovailoa
Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel is aware of outside criticism of the organization's handling of Tua Tagovailoa's concussion, but he says he isn't wasting thought on it.
10/5/2022
8:45 PM
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McDaniel on dealing with outside criticism for his handling of Tua
Mike McDaniel discusses whether he's paying attention to the criticism he's receiving for the Miami Dolphins' handling of Tua Tagovailoa's apparent head injury vs. the Bills.
10/5/2022
8:45 PM
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Miami Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel not fretting outside criticism over team's handling of Tua Tagovailoa
Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel is aware of outside criticism of the organization's handling of Tua Tagovailoa's concussion but he isn't wasting though on it.
10/5/2022
7:45 PM
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McDaniel: Dolphins handled Tua's medical process correctly
Mike McDaniel expresses confidence in how the Dolphins handled Tua Tagovailoa's injury versus the Bills.
10/3/2022
6:45 PM
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Rex Ryan extremely disappointed in Dolphins' handling of Tua
Rex Ryan sounds off on how Tua Tagovailoa's injury was handled and wants accountability everywhere.
10/2/2022
3:00 PM
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Tua Tagovailoa expected to be interviewed as part of NFL-NFLPA investigation into QB's quick return from injury, sources say
Tua Tagovailoa is expected to be interviewed early this week in the NFL and NFLPA's joint investigation of the injured Dolphins QB's quick return to last weekend's game against the Bills, sources told ESPN.
10/2/2022
1:45 PM
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Unaffiliated neurotrauma consultant who evaluated Tua fired, sources say; investigation ongoing
The unaffiliated neurotrauma consultant involved in clearing Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa during the Sunday game against the Bills has been fired after it was found he made "several mistakes" in his evaluation, sources told ESPN.
10/2/2022
2:45 AM
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Unaffiliated neurotrauma consultant who evaluated Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa fired over 'several mistakes,' sources say
The unaffiliated neurotrauma consultant involved in clearing Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa during the Sunday game against the Bills has been fired after it was found he made "several mistakes" in his evaluation, sources told ESPN.
10/1/2022
8:45 PM
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Unaffiliated neurotrauma consultant who evaluated Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa fired over 'several mistakes,' source says
The unaffiliated neurotrauma consultant involved in clearing Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa during Sunday's game against the Bills has been fired after it was found he made "several mistakes" in his evaluation, a league source told ESPN.
10/1/2022
6:45 PM
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What steps does Tua need to clear to return?
NFL chief medical officer Dr. Allen Sills discusses the latest on the investigation around the concussion protocol applied in Tua Tagovailoa's case.
10/1/2022
6:45 PM
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What we know about the injury to Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa, and what's next
What happened in the days between Tagovailoa's injury vs. Buffalo and Thursday's incident? Why was he allowed to play? Here's a look at the biggest questions.
9/30/2022
8:45 PM
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Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa in concussion protocol, no timetable for return
Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is in the concussion protocol after being stretchered off the field Thursday night and traveling with the Dolphins back to Miami.
9/30/2022
7:45 PM
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Stephen A.: 'Somebody needs to be fired' over Tua injury
Stephen A. Smith insists the Dolphins need to be held accountable for the head and neck injuries Tua Tagovailoa sustained vs. the Bengals.
9/30/2022
3:00 PM
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Schefter: Tua's injury will ratchet up scrutiny of NFL's concussion protocol
Adam Schefter explains how Tua Tagovailoa's signs of gross motor instability could lead to a violation of the NFL's concussion protocol.
9/30/2022
3:00 PM
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Acho: Tua's injury is bigger than football
Sam Acho shares his concern for Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa and his health after football.
9/30/2022
1:00 PM
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Emotional Ninkovich 'disgusted' with how Tua injury played out
Rob Ninkovich reacts to Tua Tagovailoa's injury vs. the Bengals and explains why both the NFL and Dolphins failed Tua.
9/30/2022
12:45 PM
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Woody: I was 'visibly shaken' over Tua injury
Damien Woody shares his thoughts on the injury that Tua Tagovailoa sustained vs. the Bengals and possible actions that the NFL may take.
9/30/2022
5:00 AM
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McDaniel: 'Everything's checked out' with Tua
Mike McDaniel confirms that Tua Tagovailoa will travel back with the Dolphins to Miami after being transported to the hospital with head and neck injuries.
9/30/2022
4:45 AM
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Tua stretchered off after second-quarter sack
Tua Tagovailoa is stretchered off the field in a neck brace after taking a big sack in the second quarter.
9/30/2022
3:45 AM
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Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa taken to hospital with head and neck injuries
Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa was taken off the field on a stretcher during the second quarter of Thursday night's game against the Bengals.
9/30/2022
2:00 AM
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Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa expected to play vs. Bengals, source says
Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has made positive strides throughout the week and is expected to play against the Bengals on Thursday night, a source told ESPN.
9/29/2022
3:45 PM
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Ninkovich: Pump the brakes on Tua and the Dolphins
Rob Ninkovich explains why he hasn't fully bought in on Tua Tagovailoa and the Dolphins.
9/29/2022
1:00 PM
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Winning close games could be Bills' Achilles' heel
The Bills' defense is among the league's best but has struggled in tight games. Buffalo is 0-7 in one-score games since Week 8 of 2020.
9/29/2022
10:45 AM
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Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa not in concussion protocol, coach Mike McDaniel says
Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is not in the concussion protocol but is sore with back and ankle injuries ahead of Thursday night's game, coach Mike McDaniel said Monday.
9/26/2022
7:00 PM
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Should Tua have been allowed to reenter the game after first-half hit?
Rex Ryan, Dan Orlovsky and Ryan Clark discuss the controversial decision to allow QB Tua Tagovailoa to reenter the Dolphins' game vs. the Bills.
9/26/2022
2:45 PM
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McDaniel provides context for Tua's quick return vs. Bills
Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel explains what Tua Tagovailoa was feeling as he went down late in the first half.
9/25/2022
10:45 PM
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Source: NFLPA wants review of concussion protocols after Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa's quick return to game
The NFLPA has told the NFL that it wants to initiate a review of the concussion protocols in light of Tua Tagovailoa's return to Sunday's game in Miami, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
9/25/2022
10:00 PM
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Tua's dart pulls Dolphins even with Bills
Tua Tagovailoa throws a laser pass to River Cracraft to bring the Dolphins even.
9/25/2022
8:45 PM
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Can Tua elevate Dolphins to AFC East contenders?
Dan Orlovsky and Ryan Clark praise Tua Tagovailoa for his play against the Ravens and detail what they expect to see from him going forward.
9/19/2022
12:45 PM
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Tua Tagovailoa's career-best performance leads Miami Dolphins to comeback win over Baltimore Ravens
Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa set career highs with 469 passing yards and six touchdowns in leading Miami to the second-largest comeback in franchise history.
9/18/2022
9:45 PM
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Tagovailoa, Waddle connect for 42-yard TD
Jaylen Waddle cuts through traffic and into the end zone to put the Dolphins up 17-0 before halftime.
9/11/2022
8:00 PM
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Can Tua Tagovailoa live up to expectations for the Dolphins?
Sam Acho and Mike Tannenbaum agree that Tua Tagovailoa has a team of great receivers and should be able to capitalize on that this season.
9/5/2022
1:45 PM
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Stephen A.: Tua's captaincy diluted by Tyreek Hill's preseason comments
Stephen A. Smith says Tyreek Hill's complimentary remarks before joining the Dolphins tainted Tua Tagovailoa's captaincy.
9/2/2022
4:45 PM
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Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa voted team captain for first time
Tua Tagovailoa was the "resounding highest point-winner" in a player-led voting process to name team captains.
9/1/2022
5:45 PM
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Will Miami's tough schedule cost Tua his job?
James White and Dianna Russini break down the Dolphins' difficult slate to start the season.
8/25/2022
1:45 PM