Tua Tagovailoa Joins Falcons Following Dolphin Release, Report Says
Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is set to join the Atlanta Falcons after being released by the Miami Dolphins. This news comes ahead of the new league year’s start on Wednesday, as reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Tua Tagovailoa’s New Contract Details
Tagovailoa will sign a one-year contract valued at $1.3 million. The Miami Dolphins will cover the remainder of his salary following his release. According to CBS Sports, the Dolphins will designate Tagovailoa as a post-June 1 cut. This allows them to manage his $99 million salary cap hit over the next two years.
Background on Tua Tagovailoa
The Dolphins drafted Tagovailoa fifth overall in 2020. During his six seasons with the team, he was instrumental in leading Miami to the playoffs twice. However, the Dolphins were unable to secure a victory in any postseason games.
- 2023: Led the NFL in passing yards (4,624)
- 2025: Finished the season with 15 interceptions over 14 games
- Career Completion Rate: 68%
Challenges Faced
Despite his achievements, Tagovailoa struggled with decision-making. This often resulted in turnovers and injuries, affecting his consistency as a quarterback.
Falcons’ Quarterback Situation
The Atlanta Falcons find themselves in a unique situation at quarterback as they await the recovery of Michael Penix Jr. from a torn ACL. Penix’s injury may keep him sidelined for the start of the 2026 season.
- Penix’s completion rate: 59.6%
- Penix’s touchdowns: 12
- Penix’s interceptions: 6 (over 14 outings)
As Tua Tagovailoa transitions to the Falcons, team officials hope his high-completion performance will bolster their offensive strategies.
