Dolphins to Release Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa
The Miami Dolphins are set to part ways with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. An official announcement from the team confirmed this decision on Monday morning.
Dolphins Release Tua Tagovailoa
Tagovailoa will be officially released at the beginning of the new league year on Wednesday. This timing enables the Dolphins to categorize him as a post-June 1 cut. By doing so, they can allocate his remaining cap hit over the next two seasons.
Financial Implications
The Dolphins will incur a substantial financial impact due to this decision. Here are the key figures:
- Dead Money: $99 million on the cap.
- Guaranteed Salary: Tagovailoa has a fully guaranteed salary of $54 million for the 2026 season.
Future Directions
General Manager Jon-Eric Sullivan emphasized the goal of building a competitive team. The focus will shift towards establishing a strong foundation to achieve long-term success.
One of the immediate priorities will be to secure a new quarterback. Meanwhile, Tagovailoa will look for an opportunity to revitalize his career after struggling in Miami over the past couple of seasons.
