The Miami Dolphins haven’t any timeline for when quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will be capable of even take into consideration coming back from his newest concussion, however they did make a roster transfer on Tuesday that ensures that he’ll miss a minimum of the subsequent few video games.
In response to a report from NFL Community’s Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo, the Dolphins have positioned Tagovailoa on injured reserve. It’s a transfer that may sideline him for a minimum of the subsequent 4 video games.
Meaning the earliest he might doubtlessly return to the lineup can be their Week 8 sport in opposition to the Arizona Cardinals.
Tagovailoa was recognized along with his third confirmed concussion in Thursday’s loss to the Buffalo Payments, renewing issues about his well being and long-term future within the NFL. Within the fast aftermath of the damage there have been requires Tagovailoa to think about retirement after he additionally suffered a number of concussions through the 2022 NFL season.
Throughout his time on IR, it’s anticipated that Tagovailoa will search outdoors medical recommendation on what his subsequent steps needs to be. Putting him on IR additionally removes the distraction of what his game-day standing may be for a minimum of the subsequent month.
In his place, the Dolphins will flip to backup Skylar Thompson to start out.
The 26-year-old Tagovailoa is in his fifth season with the Dolphins and signed a four-year, $212 million contract extension with the staff again in July.
When wholesome, he’s a robust slot in head coach Mike McDaniel’s offense and has helped Miami turn out to be some of the dynamic offensive groups within the league. The concussion points, nonetheless, have turn out to be an unavoidable concern for each the staff and himself.
