An NFL insider has shed some light on the general feeling over Tua Tagovailoa in Miami.
The quarterback was well on his way to establishing himself as a franchise star with the Dolphins last season but saw his efforts derailed by worrying head injuries and resulting prolonged absences.
While he looked to have put his struggles behind him, the QB ended up with other problems – more serious ones – which could have a direct impact on his future, not just in Miami, but in the NFL.
It appears Tua has recovered well and, recently revealed plans for judo lessons so he could learn how to take hits better and avoid hitting his head when falling.
The Dolphins Are Keeping Their Options Open
The Dolphins might not be willing to gamble on the former Crimson Tide star and, according to Josina Anderson, are planning to explore all options for the position before deciding on a potential long-term deal for Tua.
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The team has until May 1 to decide on whether or not they will pick the player’s fifth-year option up. While they don’t have any first-round picks for the upcoming draft, they could be monitoring a few situations around the league, including the one involving Lamar Jackson.
The likelihood is that they move forward with Tua, but it is in their best interest to make sure he’s the best they could do before committing long-term.
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