Anticipated Return of Miami Dolphins Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa

A Concussion Recovery Journey for Tua Tagovailoa

Tua Tagovailoa, the Miami Dolphins quarterback, is projected to recommence his training sessions next week. The hope is that he will be ready to join the game next Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals.

Tagovailoa is currently in the concussion protocol, and his ability to return to play is contingent on the NFL’s return-to-play stipulations. Regardless of his recent concussion, Tagovailoa has expressed his intention to get back to the gridiron, an aspiration that no longer appears to be in question.

Tagovailoa’s Injury and Subsequent Recovery

The severity of Tagovailoa’s latest injury, signified by his arms dropping into a fencing response, mirrors his reactions to prior concussions. Tagovailoa has been seen consulting with neurologists in Pittsburgh, as he has done after previous injuries. Their advice has not deterred him from his desire to continue the sport he has loved since his youth.

He has sought guidance from familiar medical professionals, as well as new ones, in his quest to gather as much information as possible about his condition and his prospects. A source indicated earlier this month: “He’s 100 percent playing.”

Tagovailoa’s Post-Injury Experience

Tagovailoa has maintained that he feels well after his concussion in a Week 2 Thursday night game against the Bills. He was free of symptoms soon after the incident. Instead of visiting a local hospital, Tagovailoa stayed in the Dolphins’ locker room, interacting with his teammates and displaying little indication of another traumatic brain event. The Athletic was the first to report on Saturday that Tagovailoa is expected to resume training next week.

Tagovailoa’s History with Concussions

Since joining the NFL in 2020, 26-year-old Tagovailoa has had multiple concussions, with two diagnosed during the 2022 season and a third head impact leading to a revision in the NFL’s concussion reporting policy. After his concussion diagnosis on December 26, 2022, the Dolphins decided to sideline him for the remainder of the season. He went through the league’s protocol once the season concluded.

Tagovailoa will miss his fourth game on Sunday when the Dolphins head to Indianapolis to face the Colts. However, he is set to come off injured reserve next week and resume playing on October 27 in Miami’s home game against the Cardinals. In Tagovailoa’s absence, the Dolphins have started two quarterbacks: Skylar Thompson and Tyler Huntley.

Huntley’s Journey from Ravens Practice Squad to Dolphins Starter

In an unexpected turn of events, Huntley was plucked from the Ravens’ training team and immediately propelled into the limelight with the Dolphins, making his debut only a fortnight after his signing. This was following an unfortunate injury to Thompson. The Dolphins have made their intentions clear – Huntley will remain their starter until Tagovailoa is ready to return.

Dolphins Coach McDaniel Applauds Huntley’s Adaptation to Complex Offense

Mike McDaniel, the Dolphins’ coach, noted that the team’s Week 6 hiatus had given Huntley an opportunity to “deeply immerse himself” in the intricate nuances of the Dolphins’ multifaceted offensive strategies.

Although the Dolphins will watch him with a keen, cautious eye, there is an increasing anticipation that Tagovailoa could reclaim his position as quarterback as soon as the following week.

Tagovailoa’s Active Involvement Despite Absence from Games and Practices

Tagovailoa, in spite of his absence from practices and matches, has remained actively involved with the team. He has been a constant presence at team meetings, and has attended every game, albeit from the sidelines.