The Miami Dolphins are releasing quarterback Tua Tagovailoa with a post-June 1 designation, per @AdamSchefter. The move signals a dramatic shift in direction for the organization under its new leadership regime.
By releasing Tagovailoa with the post-June 1 designation, the Dolphins will take on an NFL-record $99 million in dead money. According to reports, this unprecedented financial hit will be split over the next two years. Despite the massive cap implications, the decision allows the team to move on from the former first-round pick and seek a new signal-caller for the upcoming season.
The move comes as new General Manager Jon-Eric Sullivan and Head Coach Jeff Hafley look to put their own stamp on the roster. By moving on from Tagovailoa, Sullivan and Hafley are effectively hitting the reset button at the most important position on the field. Tagovailoa has been the primary starter in Miami since being drafted fifth overall in 2020, but the team will now look for a fresh start at the position as they transition into a new era.
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