What's Happening?
Despite being benched late in a game against the Cleveland Browns, Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will start in the upcoming game against the Atlanta Falcons. Head coach Mike McDaniel confirmed this decision, expressing his expectation for
Tagovailoa to reduce his interception count. Tagovailoa's recent performances have been underwhelming, with three interceptions in each of his last two games. The Dolphins, currently 1-6, are facing a challenging season, and McDaniel's decision to retain Tagovailoa as the starter reflects a cautious approach to making changes at the quarterback position.
Why It's Important?
Tagovailoa's performance is crucial for the Dolphins, who are struggling this season. His high interception rate is a concern, and improvement is necessary for the team's success. McDaniel's decision to keep Tagovailoa as the starter indicates a level of confidence in his potential to improve, but it also highlights the pressure on both the quarterback and the coaching staff to deliver better results. The team's performance in the upcoming games will be closely watched, as it could impact the future of both Tagovailoa and McDaniel with the Dolphins.
What's Next?
The Dolphins will face the Atlanta Falcons in their next game, where Tagovailoa will have the opportunity to demonstrate improvement. The team's performance in this game could influence future decisions regarding the quarterback position. Additionally, the competition for the backup quarterback role between Quinn Ewers and Zach Wilson will continue, with McDaniel evaluating their performances in practice. The outcome of these evaluations could affect the team's depth chart and strategy moving forward.
