The Miami Dolphins have informed quarterback Tua Tagovailoa that he is being released, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The move ends Tagovailoa’s tenure as the team’s starting signal-caller, a role he has held since he was drafted in 2020.
According to @RapSheet, the Dolphins remain responsible for $54 million in fully guaranteed money. Because the contract includes offset language, Tagovailoa is expected to sign for the league minimum with a new team next season while Miami covers the remainder of the guaranteed balance. This financial structure makes him an immediate and high-value target for teams seeking quarterback depth or a new starter.
Tagovailoa was originally selected by the Dolphins with the No. 5 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft out of Alabama. Over the last four seasons, he has been the face of the franchise's offense, leading the team through a period of significant transition. The decision to move on from the veteran quarterback marks a massive shift in direction for the Miami Dolphins organization as they look toward the future of the position.
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