4 months, 1 week ago

Tua Tagovailoa, Jonnu Smith lead Dolphins offense in win vs. Raiders: Key takeaways

Tua Tagovailoa threw for 288 yards and a season-best three touchdowns to guide the Miami Dolphins to a 34-19 win over the visiting Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday. Miami never trailed, taking the lead on the game’s opening drive on a 1-yard touchdown pass from Tagovailoa to Smith on fourth-and-goal. — Vic Tafur November 17, 2024 Las Vegas offense kept out of end zone in first half After firing former offensive coordinator Luke Getsy following their Week 9 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals, the Raiders promoted pass game coordinator Scott Turner to interim offensive coordinator. — Tashan Reed, Raiders beat writer Raiders rookie TE has career day The Dolphins had no answer for Bowers, as the rookie set career highs with 13 catches for 124 yards receiving and a touchdown.

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is out and Tyler Huntley is starting in his place vs. Jets

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Tua Tagovailoa is out for the Miami Dolphins in a must-win game against the New York Jets on Sunday and Tyler Huntley will start at quarterback in his place. Tagovailoa was listed among the Dolphins’ inactives about 90 minutes before the game, which Miami needs to win — and get some help elsewhere — to keep …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Dolphins’ Tagovailoa ‘unlikely’ to play Sunday against Jets, Huntley in line for 2nd straight start

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is expected to miss his second straight game when the Dolphins travel to face the New York Jets on Sunday in a matchup with playoff implications, coach Mike McDaniel said Friday. Backup quarterback Tyler “Snoop” Huntley is again in line to start after leading Miami to a win in Tagovailoa’s place last week. …

3 months ago

TE Jonnu Smith’s career year with the Dolphins has been 8 seasons in the making

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Dolphins tight end Jonnu Smith looked up at the jumbotron at Hard Rock Stadium and saw a piece of history written next to his name. “I’ve just got a heart of gratitude right now,” Smith said, “a heart of thankfulness for this entire organization for believing in me, for my teammates, the entire offense, and just …

Dolphins keep playoff hopes alive with 29-17 win over 49ers, who were eliminated Sunday afternoon

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3 months ago

Dolphins keep playoff hopes alive with 29-17 win over 49ers, who were eliminated Sunday afternoon

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Tua Tagovailoa threw for 215 yards and a touchdown, Jason Sanders nailed five field goals, and the Miami Dolphins kept their playoff chances alive by beating the San Francisco 49ers 29-17 on Sunday. Trailing by nine early in the fourth, San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy found tight end Eric Saubert for a 2-yard score that cut …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Tua Tagovailoa’s strong play has helped keep the Dolphins’ playoff hopes alive

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Tua Tagovailoa’s teammates have used words like “commanding” and “lights out” to describe the way he has played recently. “I don’t think two years ago this game occurs,” coach Mike McDaniel said Sunday of Tagovailoa. That’s an incredibly important part of that position.” After an up-close look at the way Tagovailoa operates Miami’s offense by throwing …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Tua Tagovailoa’s TD pass to Jonnu Smith gives Dolphins 32-26 overtime win over Aaron Rodgers, Jets

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Tua Tagovailoa wouldn’t want to repeat everything that was said in the Miami Dolphins’ huddle Sunday when they trailed the New York Jets in the fourth quarter. “Just know we were getting after everyone inside the huddle,” Tagovailoa said, “to make sure you’re blocking the way you need to block, you’re running the routes the way …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Dolphins seek their fourth straight win over the Jets when the AFC East rivals meet Sunday

Associated Press

New York Jets at Miami Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, CBS BetMGM NFL odds: Dolphins by 6 1/2. Key injuries Jets interim coach Jeff Ulbrich announced Gardner was doubtful after earlier in the week saying the star cornerback wouldn’t play — especially against the Dolphins’ speed — if he’s not fully healthy.. RB Breece Hall was ruled out Saturday after not …

4 months ago

Dolphins look like completely different teams with and without Tua Tagovailoa this season

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — During quarterback Tua Tagovailoa’s four-game absence, the Miami Dolphins looked like one of the worst teams in the NFL. “Tua has been playing great ball,” said receiver Jaylen Waddle, who had a season-high 144 yards and a touchdown on Sunday after averaging just 29.8 yards per game without Tagovailoa. “He comes to work every day, and …

4 months ago

Tagovailoa carves up Pats with 4 TDs, Dolphins win 3rd straight game with 34-15 rout of New England

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Mike McDaniel has seen a change in quarterback Tua Tagovailoa over the past month. “He’s found a way to improve the way he plays the position throughout the game,” the Dolphins coach said Sunday, after Tagovailoa threw for four touchdowns in a dominant 34-15 win over the New England Patriots. “The most monumental thing that you …

4 months ago

Patriots’ Drake Maye vs. Dolphins’ Tua Tagovailoa could be the first meeting of many

Live Mint

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Sunday's matchup between Tua Tagovailoa's Miami Dolphins and Drake Maye's New England Patriots could be the first of many. “I don’t know if I can put a finger to it,” tight end Hunter Henry said of his team's struggles against Miami. “The thing with all these new crop of young quarterbacks,” Dolphins defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver …

4 months, 1 week ago

Tagovailoa throws 3 TDs to lead Dolphins past Raiders 34-19 for Miami’s 2nd straight win

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Jonnu Smith ran a couple of yards downfield and waved his left arm to get Tua Tagovailoa’s attention. Tua, me and him locked eyes and made the rest happen.” Tagovailoa had two other touchdown passes on Sunday, including a 1-yard score to Smith in the first quarter, and the Miami Dolphins beat the Las Vegas Raiders …

4 months, 1 week ago

After poor communication leads Raiders to another loss, ‘pride’ is all that’s left to play for

New York Times

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — They hadn’t played particularly well, but the Las Vegas Raiders were a defensive stop away from giving their offense a chance to win the game with 3:28 left in the fourth quarter. Raiders: Takeaways “ miscommunication, obviously, on the deep ball,” coach Antonio Pierce said Sunday when asked what went wrong on Smith’s game-sealing touchdown. “You’ve …

4 months, 1 week ago

Tagovailoa, Dolphins look to build on strong Monday night performance when they host Raiders

Associated Press

Las Vegas at Miami Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, CBS. Dolphins player to watch QB Tua Tagovailoa passed for only 207 yards last week, but made a series of big throws down the stretch when the Dolphins needed it. Dolphins: CB Kendall Fuller will miss the game as he remains in the concussion protocol.. Miami will be without RT Austin Jackson …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Dolphins score on opening drive and mistake-prone Rams can never catch them

LA Times

The Dolphins’ Malik Washington dives past Rams safety Kamren Kinchens for a touchdown on the opening drive. “Frustration,” he said, “just like everybody else.” Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is sacked by Rams linebacker Jared Verse. On a night when former Rams star lineman Aaron Donald watched from a luxury box, the Rams pressured Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. “We executed well,” …

Miami Dolphins Offense Looks Familiar as Tua Tagovailoa Returns

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Miami Dolphins Offense Looks Familiar as Tua Tagovailoa Returns

Associated Press

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa returned to action on Sunday but his team suffered a 27-28 loss to the Arizona Cardinals. Tagovailoa completed 28 of 38 passes for 227 yards and a touchdown, but the Dolphins failed to score 20 points in the game. Despite the loss, Tagovailoa showed signs of his presence with a 12-yard touchdown pass to De'Von …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Murray Rallies Cardinals to Overcome Dolphins in Thrilling Comeback Victory

Associated Press

The Cardinals rallied to a 28-27 victory over the Miami Dolphins in Tua Tagovailoa's return. Kyler Murray led the Cardinals with two scoring drives in the fourth quarter, including a 2-yard touchdown run and a 13-play, 71-yard march that ended with a field goal. Tagovailoa threw for 234 yards and had a touchdown and an interception. The Dolphins had their …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Cardinals spoil Tua Tagovailoa’s Dolphins return with last-second FG to win: Key takeaways

New York Times

By Doug Haller, Mike Jones and Alex Andrejev Despite Tua Tagovailoa igniting a reinvigorated Miami Dolphins offense in his return Sunday, the Cardinals emerged victorious after Chad Ryland hit a 34-yard field goal as time expired to lift Arizona to a 28-27 win. The Cardinals finished with 389 total yards to the Dolphins’ 377, though Miami outpaced Arizona on the …

5 months ago

Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa: 'You don't need that one' as he prepares to return from another concussion

Associated Press

Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa will be encouraged to slide when he makes his expected return vs. Arizona Cardinals. The coach's message is much different from his previous comments, suggesting that Tagovailoa should be more cautious in protecting himself on the field. The Cardinals have a quarterback in Kyler Murray whose scrambling is a big part of his game, and they will …

5 months ago

Tua Tagovailoa: I Love Football to the Death of Me, But I'm Back to Practice

CNN

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is set to return to practice on Wednesday after missing the last four games due to a second concussion. He will need to clear concussion protocol before playing in Sunday's home game against the Arizona Cardinals. Tagovailoa expressed his love for football and understands the risk involved in returning to play after multiple concussions. He …

5 months, 1 week ago

Tua Tagovailoa expected to practice Wednesday, targeting Week 8 return: Source

New York Times

Tua Tagovailoa may be back in action soon. Miami Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel told the team the quarterback is expected to participate Wednesday when his practice window opens following a stint on injured reserve due to a concussion, according to a team source. Tagovailoa missed extensive time with head injuries in 2022 with two separate incidents sidelining him for four …

6 months ago

With another injured quarterback, the Dolphins’ early season woes continue to pile up

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — The Miami Dolphins’ thoughts after a second straight blowout loss were a mix of accountability for their struggles and optimism that they can fix them as the season goes on. The Seattle Seahawks clobbered Miami’s offensive line and sacked Skylar Thompson five times in Sunday’s 24-3 loss. And it’s going to take a better effort by …

6 months, 1 week ago

An emotional week for the Dolphins ends with Tua Tagovailoa concussed and his future unclear

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Earlier in this turbulent week for the Miami Dolphins, Mike McDaniel joked that enough people had seen him cry. Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel talks to quarterback Tua Tagovailoa as he leaves the game after suffering a concussion during the second half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024, …

6 months, 1 week ago

Dolphins must rely on ‘next man up’ with the future of concussed Tua Tagovailoa unknown

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Mike McDaniel admitted he found it hard to focus on football after watching his quarterback go down with his third concussion in three years. The Miami Dolphins head coach walked a wobbly Tua Tagovailoa to the sideline after the player took a hard hit on the field and appeared to bang his head against the ground …

6 months, 1 week ago

With Tua Tagovailoa’s future and health on the line, Dolphins must exercise ultimate caution

New York Times

It was the scene none of us wanted to see: Tua Tagovailoa incapacitated on the football field after another collision and blow to the head. Just before the quarterback reached the sideline, Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel had a brief word with his player, “I told him he’s the starting quarterback of his family, and to ‘Go in the locker room, …

7 months, 1 week ago

Tua Tagovailoa recalls former head coach Brian Flores’ style, comments: ‘You shouldn’t be here’

New York Times

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa described a stark contrast between the styles of his current head coach Mike McDaniel and his former head coach, current Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores, on the Dan Le Batard Show on Monday. You are this, you are that.’ Like how would it make you feel listening to one or the other?” GO DEEPER Lefty …

7 months, 1 week ago

Tua Tagovailoa plays 1 series and throws TD pass in Dolphins’ 13-6 win over Commanders

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Tua Tagovailoa went 5 for 5 with a touchdown pass in his only series to help the Miami Dolphins to a 13-6 preseason victory over the Washington Commanders on Saturday night. “I thought it was probably the least amount of nerves that he’s had the first time stepping out on the football field,” McDaniel said. Here …

9 months, 3 weeks ago

Mike McDaniel praises Tua Tagovailoa’s offseason work, expects another leap from the Dolphins QB

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Going into OTAs on Tuesday, Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel praised quarterback Tua Tagovailoa’s offseason work — which has included shedding some pounds and working with a new quarterbacks coach — and said he expects Tagovailoa to take another leap in Year 3 of this system. “It’s been very exciting because at this point, we’re like, ‘Alright, …

10 months ago

Tua Tagovailoa arrives for start of Dolphins OTAs amid contract discussions: Source

New York Times

Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa arrived for the start of Miami’s organized team activities, a team source said. The two sides are negotiating, but Tagovailoa skipped much of the voluntary offseason work in protest of the stalled contract discussions. The 26-year-old quarterback is under contract through next season and is set to play under a $23.17 million, fifth-year option if the …

1 year, 2 months ago

Plenty rests on the shoulders of Tua Tagovailoa as Dolphins go for first playoff win since 2000

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — It has been more than 23 years since the Miami Dolphins won a playoff game. He was a freshman at Alabama when he replaced then-starter Jalen Hurts during the 2018 national championship game and led the Crimson Tide past Georgia for the school’s fifth national title under Nick Saban. The 25-year-old Tagovailoa has spoken about how …

1 year, 3 months ago

Mostert, Tagovailoa lead Dolphins to a 30-0 victory over the Jets without Tyreek Hill

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Mike McDaniel was certain his team would avoid another week of disappointment after the Dolphins saw a 14-point fourth-quarter lead fizzle in less than five minutes in their last outing. Raheem Mostert scored two more touchdowns to set Miami’s single-season record with 20, Tua Tagovailoa threw for 224 yards and a score and the Dolphins shut …

1 year, 3 months ago

Dolphins need to make sure collapse against Titans doesn’t turn into a late-season skid

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — In the moments after the AFC East-leading Miami Dolphins blew a late 14-point lead to the Tennessee Titans, quarterback Tua Tagovailoa shook his head at the thought of the past. It’s not like the world ends because we lost this game.” Miami had a chance to become just the second AFC team to reach 10 wins …

1 year, 3 months ago

Tua Tagovailoa vows to limit turnovers as Dolphins enter final stretch of their season

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — After the Miami Dolphins dominated the New York Jets last week, Tua Tagovailoa complimented the work of the offense but stressed that they will need him to play better down the stretch of the season. The second gave the Jets the ball with 2 seconds remaining in the second quarter before safety Jevon Holland intercepted Tim …

1 year, 4 months ago

After a dominant Black Friday performance, the Dolphins have their eyes on winning AFC East

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Tua Tagovailoa keeps reiterating that the Miami Dolphins aren’t satisfied yet. Throughout these late stretches of having these games, we’re going to need better ball from me.” The Dolphins also got another standout performance from their defense, which limited the Jets to just 159 total yards. The Dolphins haven’t allowed a team to surpass 110 yards …

1 year, 4 months ago

Miami Dolphins take down New York Jets in 21-point win

The Independent

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1 year, 4 months ago

Dolphins rout Jets in NFL’s first Black Friday game

LA Times

Tyreek Hill celebrated a touchdown catch by giving the ball to his new wife in the stands, Jevon Holland returned an intercepted first-half Hail Mary pass 99 yards for a score, and the Miami Dolphins cruised past the New York Jets 34-13 in the NFL’s first game played on Black Friday. Hill’s touchdown catch was his 10th of the season, …

1 year, 4 months ago

Even when teams know it’s coming, they’re not stopping Dolphins’ deep passes from Tua to Tyreek

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Tua Tagovailoa clutched the ball and dropped back to pass near the 50-yard line as receiver Tyreek Hill blew past double coverage. I’m very, very proud of where he’s at.” Hill had his fifth 100-yard receiving game of the year, and his 12th since joining the Dolphins ahead of the 2022 season. Tagovailoa threw an interception …

1 year, 4 months ago

Tua Tagovailoa throws for 3 TDs, Jalen Ramsey shines in debut for Dolphins, who beat Patriots 31-17

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Tua Tagovailoa has never lost to New England coach Bill Belichick. Tagovailoa moved to 6-0 in his career against Belichick, throwing for 324 yards, three touchdowns and an interception in the Dolphins’ 31-17 win over the Patriots on Sunday. Smith-Schuster made a hard hit on Dolphins safety Brandon Jones on the Patriots’ final drive as Jones …

1 year, 4 months ago

Tua Tagovailoa seeks sixth straight win against Bill Belichick as the Dolphins host the Patriots

Associated Press

NEW ENGLAND at MIAMI Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBS BETTING LINE: Dolphins by 9 1/2, according to FanDuel SportsBook AGAINST THE SPREAD: Patriots 2-5, Dolphins 5-2. New England’s 12th-ranked passing defense held Buffalo’s Stefon Diggs to a season-low 58 yards on six catches last week. … Left tackle Trent Brown is dealing with the ankle/knee injury he sustained during the …

1 year, 4 months ago

Mac Jones’ struggles are familiar to Tua Tagovailoa as the ex-Alabama QBs prepare to meet

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has been in a situation similar to Mac Jones’ current predicament. So regardless of everything around you, when you stick to the process, it usually turns out good eventually.” In his fourth year, Tagovailoa is leading one of the NFL’s best offenses: The Dolphins lead the league in total offense, red zone …

1 year, 5 months ago

Eagles get their groove back in beating Dolphins with signature toughness and aggression

New York Times

PHILADELPHIA — Clinging to a one-touchdown lead with about 10 minutes left in Sunday’s game, but facing fourth-and-1 from his own 26-yard line, Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Sirianni sent his punt team onto the field. The Eagles about a minute earlier had snuffed out a potentially game-tying Miami Dolphins scoring opportunity when cornerback Darius Slay intercepted quarterback Tua Tagovailoa at …

1 year, 5 months ago

Tua Tagovailoa throws 3 TD passes to rally the Dolphins past the Panthers 42-21

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Tyreek Hill knows he has a fine coming for his touchdown celebration in Sunday’s 42-21 win over the Carolina Panthers. After Miami fell into an early 14-point hole, Hill flipped the lead back in the Dolphins’ favor with a 41-yard touchdown catch late in the second quarter. “Every time I step on the field, I’m going …

1 year, 5 months ago

Bryce Young, winless Panthers visit Tua Tagovailoa’s Dolphins in former Alabama QBs’ first matchup

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Bryce Young has been watching Tua Tagovailoa for a long time. “It was a big transition from when he was there,” the Carolina Panthers’ rookie quarterback said, “just what the offense looked like and what Alabama moved to offensively. “It’s one of those things that, ‘Yeah, Alabama is not just a ground-and-pound team,’” Tagovailoa said. “‘They …

1 year, 5 months ago

Tua Tagovailoa’s leadership key in Miami Dolphins’ offensive success

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Mike McDaniel has noticed the change in Tua Tagovailoa: His jovial nature on the Miami Dolphins’ sideline during games. All of it plays a role in the fourth-year quarterback’s output on game days, McDaniel said Wednesday, adding that much of Tagovailoa’s growth on the field has started with internal work each week. You have a group …

1 year, 6 months ago

Dolphins show they can win even without Tagovailoa and Hill going deep

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — After Miami’s defense gave up 234 yards rushing against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 1, coordinator Vic Fangio said his unit was good enough to win a high-scoring contest, but “not good enough to win a lot of games.” The Dolphins turned it around in Week 2 at New England, limiting the Patriots to 88 …

1 year, 6 months ago

Hill, Tagovailoa too much for Chargers as Dolphins open with 36-34 victory

Associated Press

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Tua Tagovailoa might have shocked some observers by putting up one of the best passing days in an opener in NFL history. That’s kind of what I expected to happen,” coach Mike McDaniel said after the Miami Dolphins rallied for a 36-34 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday. In last season’s 23-17 win in Week …

1 year, 7 months ago

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa takes the field for the first time since Christmas Day after last season's concussion issues... but throws an opening drive interception

Daily Mail

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa suited up for the first time since being sidelined last season with concussion issues and was back in the starting lineup for a preseason game against the Houston Texans. Tagovailoa appeared to be a bit rusty in his first bit of full speed action after not playing since he was diagnosed with his second concussion …

1 year, 7 months ago

Dolphins’ Tua Tagovailoa talks Herbert’s record-breaking contract, expectations for this season

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — As the NFL quarterback market continues to surge, Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa knows that his pay day is coming. “It’s really good for the quarterback market,” Tagovailoa said Wednesday after Miami’s first full-team practice of training camp. “When things come, they’ll come because you either deserved it or it’s supposed to happen that way.” Tagovailoa opened …

2 years, 3 months ago

Dolphins hoping recent losses help right offensive wrongs

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Tua Tagovailoa believes the Miami Dolphins’ recent losses have taught them lessons their early season success didn’t. Ahead of Miami’s pivotal division matchup against Buffalo, Tagovailoa said the Dolphins are learning the importance of putting bad drives behind them and not letting incompletions or miscommunication dictate how a game progresses. Entering Miami’s matchup against San Francisco, …

2 years, 3 months ago

Chargers-Dolphins preview: Tua Tagovailoa presents big challenge for L.A.

LA Times

Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has a passer rating of 112, which is on pace to eclipse the franchise’s single-season record set by Dan Marino. With safety Derwin James Jr. and slot cornerback Bryce Callahan doubtful, the Chargers’ secondary still must contain Tagovailoa and speedy wideouts Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle. “I’m going to state the obvious,” Fehoko said, “but, you …

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